--- title: "Meaning, Purpose & Redefining Retirement: Resources" description: Discover resources on finding purpose and meaning in retirement, challenging ageism, and embracing abundant aging in this engaging blog post. image: https://blog.unitedchurchhomes.org/hubfs/Symposium%20Header1.png --- [![Center for Abundant Aging](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/wp-content/uploads/uch-logo-200x84.png "Center for Abundant Aging")](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center) [Back to United Church Homes](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. - [Educational Opportunities](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/educational-opportunities/) - [Overview](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/educational-opportunities/) - [Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/educational-opportunities/clinical-pastoral-education-cpe/) - [Quellhorst Endowment Fund](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/educational-opportunities/quellhorst-scholars/) - [High School Community Service Opportunities](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/educational-opportunities/high-school-community-service-opportunities/) - [Internships-Undergraduate and Graduate](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/educational-opportunities/internships-undergraduate-and-graduate/) - [Research Opportunities](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/educational-opportunities/research-opportunities/) - Engagement with Congregations - [Resources for Worship and Reflection](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/resources-for-worship-and-reflection/) - [Age-Friendly Congregations](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/age-friendly-congregations/) - [Church Resources](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/church-resources/) - [About the Center](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/about-the-center/) - [Overview](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/about-the-center/) - [Meet Rev. 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Participation is available both ONLINE and IN PERSON at the [Nationwide Hotel](https://www.nwhotelandconferencecenter.com/) in Columbus, Ohio. Registration discounts when you register before midnight Monday, Sept. 9. So today, we are taking a break from our regular blog essays in order to share some of the great work of some of the speakers who will be sharing at the Symposium and others. **Finding Fulfillment in Unretirement with Richard Eisenberg** *"Unretired" Freelance Writer and Editor* [https://abundantagingpodcast.com/podcasts/finding-fulfillment-in-unretirement/](https://abundantagingpodcast.com/podcasts/finding-fulfillment-in-unretirement/) In this Art of Aging podcast hosted by Rev. Beth Long-Higgins, Richard discusses the traditional definition of retirement and how it can be ageist, the importance of valuing and retaining older workers in the workforce, the challenges of finding part-time or flexible work, the importance of finding new passions and trying new things in this stage of life, and more.   **Why Many People Really Start Businesses In Retirement with Richard Eisenberg** Richard Eisenberg is one of our keynote speakers. [https://www.forbes.com/sites/nextavenue/2020/05/28/why-many-people-really-start-businesses-in-retirement/](https://www.forbes.com/sites/nextavenue/2020/05/28/why-many-people-really-start-businesses-in-retirement/) **Finding Your Purpose: Podcast with Anna Hall** Founder and Chief Purpose Officer, The Purpose Equation [https://abundantagingpodcast.com/podcasts/finding-your-purpose/](https://abundantagingpodcast.com/podcasts/finding-your-purpose/) In this Art of Aging podcast hosted by Rev. Beth Long-Higgins, Anna shares her passion for helping people, especially older adults, connect with their purpose, emphasizing its importance for health and well-being.   **Solutions for Employment of Older Adults with Janine Vanderburg** Writer, Trainer and Consultant committed to Slaying the #Ageism Dragon [https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/employment-older-adults-solutions-need-included-aging-vanderburg-zvfuc/?trackingId=XKvYNGyACop5Kg1Ln58TTA%3D%3D](https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/employment-older-adults-solutions-need-included-aging-vanderburg-zvfuc/?trackingId=XKvYNGyACop5Kg1Ln58TTA%3D%3D)   **The Back-to-School Reading List for Older Jobseekers by Janine Vanderburg** [https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/navigating-career-transitions-back-to-school-reading-list-vanderburg-t65pc/?trackingId=Vvth9Cm2c4aYyAITuxANWg%3D%3D](https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/navigating-career-transitions-back-to-school-reading-list-vanderburg-t65pc/?trackingId=Vvth9Cm2c4aYyAITuxANWg%3D%3D)   **Finding Purpose and Fulfillment in Retirement with Retirement Stepping Stones Author Tony Hixon** [https://themattferetshow.com/episode/finding-purpose-and-fulfillment-in-retirement/](https://themattferetshow.com/episode/finding-purpose-and-fulfillment-in-retirement/) In this podcast hosted by Matt Feret, Symposium speaker Tony Hixon shares the process of transitionary retirement planning, sharing advice for new retirees, encouraging retirees to find purpose and meaning in their second half of life.   **Aging is Not a Solo Sport with Rev. Beth Long-Higgins and Michael Hughes** [https://abundantagingpodcast.com/podcasts/aging-is-not-a-solo-sport/](https://abundantagingpodcast.com/podcasts/aging-is-not-a-solo-sport/) Join the Art of Aging Podcast Hosts as they talk about the importance of community and interdependence as people age, challenging the cultural notion of independence.   **Exploring the New Map of Life: Challenging a Stereotypes and Embracing Abundant Aging with Laura Carstensen** Founding Director, Stanford Center on Longevity, Stanford University [https://bit.ly/3yX53vR](https://bit.ly/3yX53vR) In this Art of Aging podcast, Carstensen discusses the new map of life and the societal mindset around aging. She emphasizes the need to change negative stereotypes through storytelling and diverse representations. Carstensen is not a speaker but this is important information about the changing ideas about aging. We look forward to seeing you at the Symposium, either in person or on Zoom. Questions? 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