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- 2 weeks ago25 min
Double Click - The Truth Behind The Fear Of You Running Out Of Money
Welcome to a new miniseries called 'Double Click,' where Ben Taatjes and Jerrid Sebesta dive deep into the biggest worries facing retirees today. Rather than surface-level answers, they're peeling back the layers to reveal the real reasons retirees feel the way they do - enabling transformation from the inside out. In this first episode, they tackle the most obvious and prevalent worry: running out of money. But as Ben and Jerrid dissect this fear, they discover it's not actually about running out of money at all - it's about whether you have permission to spend. Learn how understanding the true source of your behavior allows you to reshape your belief system and completely transform your retirement experience. This episode proves that when you address the root cause, not just the symptom, real change becomes possible. This is an episode is a conversation between Ben Taatjes, Founder & CEO of Stewards Planning Group, and Jerrid Sebesta, Keynote Speaker. The opinions contained in this material are those of the author, and not a recommendation or solicitation to buy or sell investment products. This information is from sources believed to be reliable, but Cetera Wealth Services, LLC cannot guarantee or represent that it is accurate or complete.
- 3 weeks ago25 min
Rest for the Soul- The Electrifying Power of True Identity
Building on last week's distinction between a retired Christian and a Christian retiree, Ben Taatjes and Jerrid Sebesta explore how true transformation happens from the inside out. Jerrid shares powerful insights about helping people understand the deepest cry of their soul, drawing wisdom from Matthew 24:18. Discover what everyone truly desires - rest for the soul - and how this rest comes only through genuine connection with your Creator and stepping into your authentic identity. Learn why this inner transformation doesn't just change you; it electrifies your impact and influence on those around you. This episode reveals that when you find rest for your soul through alignment with God's design, your entire life and legacy are transformed in ways you never imagined possible. This is an episode is a conversation between Ben Taatjes, Founder & CEO of Stewards Planning Group, and Jerrid Sebesta, Keynote Speaker. The opinions contained in this material are those of the author, and not a recommendation or solicitation to buy or sell investment products. This information is from sources believed to be reliable, but Cetera Wealth Services, LLC cannot guarantee or represent that it is accurate or complete. Stewards Planning Group is located at 1104 19th Ave SW, Willmar, MN 56201.
- Apr 17, 202625 min
Retired Christian vs. Christian Retiree - A Foundational Shift
In this episode, Ben Taatjes shares insights from his recent Kingdom Advisor work that forced him to recalibrate his own identity. Through this process, he discovered that the system by which we operate is far more important than any title or label we carry. But how does this translate into a retiree's life? Ben and Jerrid explore the core shift that changes everything: retirement isn't the goal - it's the tool from which to operate a whole new life. Discover the profound difference between being a Christian who happens to be retired versus being a Christian retiree who uses retirement as a launching pad for kingdom impact. This foundational truth has the power to completely transform how you approach and experience your retirement years. This is an episode is a conversation between Ben Taatjes, Founder & CEO of Stewards Planning Group, and Jerrid Sebesta, Keynote Speaker. The opinions contained in this material are those of the author, and not a recommendation or solicitation to buy or sell investment products. This information is from sources believed to be reliable, but Cetera Wealth Services, LLC cannot guarantee or represent that it is accurate or complete.
- Apr 3, 202625 min
The Danger of Familiarity - Breaking Out of Retirement Autopilot
Drawing from a sermon illustration about a man who drove home without any memory of the journey, Ben Taatjes explores how retirement can lull us into a dangerous autopilot mode. When everything becomes familiar and comfortable, we stop growing - and as John Maxwell warns, if you're not growing, you're dying. Discover how this slow but gradual descent happens as life's momentum naturally slows down with age. Ben challenges retirees to pursue intentional discomfort and provides practical ways to accelerate growth while decelerating the slowing of life's momentum. This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who's settled into the comfortable rhythms of retirement without realizing they've stopped truly living.
- Mar 27, 202625 min
The Magic of Balance - Rest and Work in Retirement
Fresh off an amazing vacation, Ben Taatjes reflects on the rejuvenating power of rest - but quickly reminds us that this is only a fraction of what retirement should be about. Yes, retirement should include times for vacation, rest, and decompression. But it should also include meaningful work. Discover why the magic lies in the balance between these two essential elements. Learn how rest and work aren't opposing forces but complementary ones - you can't fully appreciate one without the other. This episode reveals how both rest and work enhance each other, allowing you to enjoy each to a greater degree and creating a retirement that's both restorative and purposeful.
- Mar 20, 202625 min
Legacy vs. Inheritance: Transferring Values, Not Just Wealth
In this personal episode, Ben Taatjes shares, Founder & CEO of Stewards Planning Group, startling news - his father suffered a mild heart attack. While his father is okay, the experience prompted profound reflection on life's brevity and the finite time we have left on Earth. Through this lens, Ben dissects the crucial difference between legacy and inheritance and why it matters deeply for retirees. Discover how to utilize your remaining time to impact those you love in the greatest way - not just financially, but through the transfer of values from one generation to the next. If you're considering what a well-lived retirement and life truly looks like, this episode offers essential perspective on investing in what endures beyond bank accounts and estate plans. This episode is a conversation between Ben Taatjes, Founder & CEO of Stewards Planning Group, and Jerrid Sebesta, Keynote Speaker. The opinions contained in this material are those of the author, and not a recommendation or solicitation to buy or sell investment products. This information is from sources believed to be reliable, but Cetera Wealth Services, LLC cannot guarantee or represent that it is accurate or complete. Stewards Planning Group is located at 1104 19th Ave SW, Willmar, MN 56201.
- Mar 13, 202625 min
Protecting Your Mind: The Real Battle in Uncertain Times
In this episode, Ben Taatjes addresses a question many retirees are asking as they watch concerning news cycles: Should I be worried? Through a recent client conversation about Middle East tensions, Ben reveals that the real battle isn't financial - it's the battle for your mind. Drawing from scripture on taking every thought captive and being transformed by the renewing of your mind, Ben explores the intentional work required to maintain a sound mind in retirement. Discover why protecting your mental and emotional well-being is as critical as any financial plan, and learn three practical strategies for taking control of your mindset. This episode equips retirees with tools to navigate uncertainty without fear, maintaining peace regardless of external chaos. This episode is a conversation between Ben Taatjes, Founder & CEO of Stewards Planning Group, and Jerrid Sebesta, Keynote Speaker. The opinions contained in this material are those of the author, and not a recommendation or solicitation to buy or sell investment products. This information is from sources believed to be reliable, but Cetera Wealth Services, LLC cannot guarantee or represent that it is accurate or complete. Stewards Planning Group is located at 1104 19th Ave SW, Willmar, MN 56201.
- Mar 6, 202625 min
Surrendering to God's Plan: From Your Agenda to His
Building on last week's conversation about identity and the deep longing many feel in retirement, Ben Taatjes explores whether what feels like something missing might actually be a matter of alignment. Discover the three major steps to surrendering and becoming more aligned with God's purpose for your life. Beginning with surrender itself - losing attachment to outcomes - Ben reveals how this creates transformation that helps us understand God's will as outlined in Romans 12:1-2. Learn why God's plan isn't something we frantically chase but something we begin to recognize as our hearts and values align with His. This episode shows how life shifts from our agenda to God's agenda through the practice of surrender, opening the door to purpose and peace in retirement.
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About Retire Repurposed
It's time to rethink, renew and reimagine retirement! Retire Repurposed is dedicated to help people transition into fulfilling and purposeful retirements. Retirement is a big life-change! In fact, the two most dangerous years of a person's life are the year they were born and the year they retire. We believe retirement is not the end; rather, the beginning of what could be the most impactful season of a person's life. So, don't retire; become Repurposed.Ben Taatjes, Financial AdvisorStewards Planning Group | 1104 19th Ave SW Willmar, MN 56201Securities offered through Cetera Wealth Services LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory Services offered through Cetera Investment Advisers LLC, a registered investment adviser. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity.
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