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Episode 22: How to Design a Life of Freedom and Live it Authentically with George Kinder
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What if every moment of your life was truly yours?
In this powerful episode of The Real Retirement Show, we sit down with the legendary George Kinder — father of the life planning movement, mindfulness teacher, and global force for authentic living.
With heart, humility, and poetic clarity, George shares how to design a life rooted in freedom, purpose, and presence — and why your dream of living fully can’t wait until retirement.
From the serenity of his New England cabin to the bustling streets of London, George reveals his journey of awakening, the power behind his EVOKE® process, and why the future of retirement — and humanity — depends on trustworthiness and values-aligned action.
We explore:
- How to uncover your true purpose and make it real
- The three domains of freedom — and why they matter now more than ever
- Why fiduciary duty belongs not just in finance, but in every institution
- How mindfulness and deep listening shape our ability to lead, connect, and transform
Whether you're reimagining your next chapter or simply seeking deeper meaning, this conversation will awaken something in you.
Listen in — and begin the journey to your most meaningful life.
00:00 Introduction to the Three Domains of Freedom
01:35 Welcome to The Real Retirement Show
01:45 Meet George Kinder: Pioneer of Life Planning
02:56 George Kinder's Journey and Philosophy
06:23 The Power of Trustworthiness and Freedom
08:51 Maintaining Passion and Purpose
10:05 The Serenity Cabin and Nature's Influence
13:37 The Three Dimensions of Freedom Workshops
20:57 Global Impact and Cultural Embrace
23:35 Reflections on Age and Passion
25:01 The Evolution of Fiduciary in Business
26:14 Building Trust in Client Relationships
27:06 The Financial Therapy Movement
28:33 The Importance of Trustworthiness
28:42 Kitchen Table Conversations on Fiduciary
30:32 Life Planning for Everyone
31:47 The Role of Trust in Financial Advice
36:46 Humanity and Global Communication
42:10 The Impact of AI on Humanity
44:25 The Future of Fiduciary Standards
46:57 The Three Domains of Freedom
49:35 Closing Thoughts and Future Meetings
About George Kinder
George Kinder is a globally renowned thought leader, author, and mindfulness teacher, widely recognized as the father of the Life Planning movement. He is the founder of the Kinder Institute of Life Planning and creator of the EVOKE® process, which helps individuals align their financial lives with their deepest values and dreams. With over 50 years of mindfulness practice and decades of experience as a financial advisor, George has trained thousands of professionals across 30+ countries to lead with purpose, empathy, and trust. Through his books, teachings, and art, he continues to inspire people around the world to live with greater freedom, authenticity, and meaning.
Website:
https://www.kinderinstitute.com/
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Chapters
1. Introduction to the Three Domains of Freedom (00:00:00)
2. Welcome to The Real Retirement Show (00:01:35)
3. Meet George Kinder: Pioneer of Life Planning (00:01:45)
4. George Kinder's Journey and Philosophy (00:02:56)
5. The Power of Trustworthiness and Freedom (00:06:23)
6. Maintaining Passion and Purpose (00:08:51)
7. The Serenity Cabin and Nature's Influence (00:10:05)
8. The Three Dimensions of Freedom Workshops (00:13:37)
9. Global Impact and Cultural Embrace (00:20:57)
10. Reflections on Age and Passion (00:23:35)
11. The Evolution of Fiduciary in Business (00:25:01)
12. Building Trust in Client Relationships (00:26:14)
13. The Financial Therapy Movement (00:27:06)
14. The Importance of Trustworthiness (00:28:33)
15. Kitchen Table Conversations on Fiduciary (00:28:42)
16. Life Planning for Everyone (00:30:32)
17. The Role of Trust in Financial Advice (00:31:47)
18. Humanity and Global Communication (00:36:46)
19. The Impact of AI on Humanity (00:42:10)
20. The Future of Fiduciary Standards (00:44:25)
21. The Three Domains of Freedom (00:46:57)
22. Closing Thoughts and Future Meetings (00:49:35)
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