Whilst ascending a physical and metaphorical mountain DAS and Peter discuss the many benefits of a future state of retirement that can strengthen relationships by allowing more quality time with family, friends, and community.

They also explore creating space for improved wellbeing, thereby giving people more time to focus on physical health, mental relaxation, and activities that genuinely bring joy.

And discuss the freedom to explore new interests or revisit old passions, whether that’s travel, hobbies, learning, or volunteering, all of which can lead to a stronger sense of purpose and happiness.

And Peter chooses the next walk, which will be flat.

For many people their career is a big part of how they define themselves, so what happens when that 'identity' through work is no longer there?

DAS and Peter are joined by Sadie Wackett to explore this topic as part of the ongoing elderescence journey.

Retirement is not just a financial transition but it is also an identity transition - often the hardest part of this whole 'retirement' business is actually the fear of losing who you thought that you were.

In their usual style DAS and Peter, and Sadie, consider what this means and how anyone might better manage this change.

Exploring why stopping can be more difficult than expected when on the cusp of retirement.

With a backdrop of the wonderful Cotswold landscape and Broadway, and with metaphors galore, Peter and DAS discuss what makes 'stopping' challenging and what is 'lost' when it comes to crossing that retirement bridge.

But also, what is to be gained as well when on the other side.

All this with a bonus of some really cute lambs.