Episode 149: Partnering in a New Stage with Caryl and Jay Casbon
August 30, 2023
Retirement takes on a new dimension when experienced as a couple. Yet, it’s an aspect that is often overlooked. Today’s guests Caryl and Jay Casbon set out to shift this narrative. Their mission: to spotlight the journey of couples navigating this distinct life stage.
Equipped with a motorhome, curiosity, and a desire for real understanding, the Casbons hit the road, covering 15,000 miles across North America. Three days at a time, they immersed themselves with different couples, unveiling the nuances of aging and retiring together.
Their journey culminated in Side by Side: the Sacred Art of Couples Aging with Wisdom and Love. This book stands as a guide for those growing older together, and for those about to embark on that shared path, with enduring love and insight lighting the way.
In this episode, we discussed:
- How our individualistic culture fades couplehood after “I do”
- Why it’s great for couples to have different stories about shared experiences
- The shift from isolation to interdependence for men
- How to harness the opportunity for deepened love and mutual decision-making
- Caryl and Jay’s secrets to crafting privacy within the realm of retirement
