Episode Overview:
In this insightful episode of the Happy AF Show, host Phil Gerbyshak welcomes Bernie Borges, the host of the Midlife Fulfilled podcast. Bernie shares his journey from a marketing entrepreneur to focusing on midlife fulfillment, highlighting the distinction between happiness and fulfillment. They delve into the five pillars of fulfillment and explore how midlife is a season of its own, filled with opportunities and challenges.
Key Discussion Points:
1. Introduction to Midlife Fulfilled Podcast:
- Bernie Borges discusses his motivation for creating the Midlife Fulfilled podcast, emphasizing the need for content that addresses midlife fulfillment, particularly for men.
2. Happiness vs. Fulfillment:
- Bernie explains the difference between happiness and fulfillment, noting that while happiness is fleeting, fulfillment is deep and enduring.
3. The Five Pillars of Fulfillment:
- Health, Fitness, Career, Relationships, and Legacy are identified as key areas to achieve fulfillment. Bernie shares insights from his interviews and personal experiences on navigating these pillars.
4. Challenges and Strategies:
- The conversation covers the difficulties of maintaining fulfillment in various aspects of life, particularly legacy, and offers strategies to overcome these challenges.
5. Redefining Midlife:
- Bernie redefines midlife beyond the traditional 40-60 age range, proposing that it starts in the 30s when adulting responsibilities begin and continues until the end of life.
Pull Quotes:
1. “Happiness is a fleeting moment... Fulfillment, Phil, is soul deep. It is immutable.”
2. “Legacy is the hardest one... because it is something we think about in midlife.”
3. “If you’re 80% fulfilled, you’re doing great.”
4. “Life is complex... put the pressure on yourself across the Five Pillars.”
Final Thoughts:
Bernie Borges leaves listeners with the advice to evaluate their lives across the five pillars, providing clarity and focus. His message encourages embracing the complexities of midlife with a balanced approach to fulfillment.
Resources:
- Visit Midlife Fulfilled for more insights and the midlife career checklist.
Tune in to this episode for an engaging discussion on finding deep and lasting fulfillment in midlife!
