Retirement Planning for Two: Creating Your Shared Vision
Is a partial scholarship for you?
We believe in making personal growth and education accessible to everyone, which is why we offer partial scholarships on a needs-aware basis for many of our programs.
These scholarships support individuals facing financial challenges, including — but not limited to — members of underrepresented communities. If financial stress might prevent you from attending a workshop, we encourage you to apply.
Partial scholarships, provided through the Association for Growth and Education, are limited to 2–3 seats per workshop and reviewed in the order received. We recommend applying as soon as possible, as scholarship decisions are typically confirmed 90–120 days before the workshop date.
Bob Laura
Retirement Activist | 5-Time Bestselling Author | National Media Contributor
Amie Laura
Retirement Advocate | Co-founder of the Retirement Coaches Association | Certified Professional Retirement Coach
Retirement isn't just leaving work behind. It's stepping into a completely new way of being together—and most couples aren't prepared for that shift.
What's meant to be freedom often brings friction, uncertainty, and emotional whiplash, especially when one partner is ready to slow down and the other isn't. You're stepping into a new identity, rhythm, and way of being together.
Most couples don't talk about this until they're already in it.
This workshop is for couples who are newly retired or a few years away from it and find themselves out of sync about what retirement should look like—feeling disconnected, stuck, or unsure of what comes next.
You don't have to navigate this alone.
Join retirement transition experts Bob and Amie Laura—a married couple who've guided hundreds of couples through this transition as certified retirement coaches. They understand the challenges you're facing because they've lived it themselves.
In this 3-day deep dive, you will:
You'll leave aligned, energized, and ready to move forward with clarity—together.
"If you're good at working, you're probably not good at retiring. It takes practice, reflection, and support. That's what we offer."
– Bob Laura
Meet
Bob Laura
Retirement Activist | 5-Time Bestselling Author | National Media Contributor
Bob Laura brings 25 years of financial advising and decades of deep psychological insight to the retirement space. A former social worker turned thought leader, he's sat knee-to-knee with thousands of retirees, helping them navigate the invisible side of retirement: identity, purpose, and connection.
"Retirement isn’t the end of something – it’s a threshold. What you do with it, especially together, can transform everything that comes next."
– Amie Laura
Meet
Amie Laura, CPRC
Retirement Advocate | Co-founder of the Retirement Coaches Association | Certified Professional Retirement Coach
Amie Laura has been modernizing retirement lifestyles for over 25 years. She is the Co-founder of the Retirement Coaches Association, where she serves as Director of Member Engagement & Marketing and Course Administrator for the Certified Professional Retirement Coach (CPRC) designation.
Supported By the MEA Team
Amie Tullius
MEA Experience Facilitator
Amie Tullius is a New Mexico-based writer, gallerist, and creative collaborator. She’s spent over a decade as a gallery director, helped launch an international dance company, and has profiled and promoted artists and creators from around the world. She has an MFA in writing and is currently working on a bo ...
View BioDaniel 'DL' Landes
Experience Facilitator
Before joining MEA, Daniel “DL” Landes spent decades as a restauranteur, author, and publisher. As the owner of multiple restaurants in Denver, CO – and then a hostel in Mexico – he dedicated himself to creating environments where people could work out their humanity while eating and drinking (which i ...
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What You'll Gain
A Rejuvenation Plan You Can Actually Use
Leave with a personalized rejuvenation plan for the next 12 to 18 months built on vitality, purpose, and connection.
Shared Language Around Retirement
Stop talking past each other – gain frameworks that help you communicate clearly and compassionately.
Clarity on Your Values and Priorities
Figure out what matters most to each of you and how to support each other without losing yourselves.
A Fresh Perspective on What’s Possible
Reframe retirement as a doorway, not a dead end. Discover the freedom and fun waiting on the other side.
Our Agenda at a Glance
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
4:00 PM: Arrival / Check-In
5:30 PM: Welcome Reception & Dinner
7:00 PM: Orientation Session
9:00 PM: Free Time
Friday:
7:30 AM: Mind + Body
8:30 AM: Breakfast
10:00 AM: Classroom Time
1:15 PM: Lunch
2:00 PM: Free Time
3:00 PM: Classroom Time
6:30 PM: Dinner
Saturday:
7:30 AM: Mind + Body
8:30 AM: Breakfast
10:00 AM: Classroom Time
1:15 PM: Lunch
2:00 PM: Free Time
3:00 PM: Classroom Time
6:30 PM: Dinner, Dessert & Graduation
8:00 PM: Evening Gathering
Sunday:
7:00 AM: Breakfast
10:00 AM: Checkout / Departure
*Please note that not all “classroom time” activities take place in the actual classroom.
*Please note all times are estimates as some activities go longer or shorter depending on the group. This agenda is meant to give you an idea of the general flow of activities.
Step into transformation in the high desert
Rising Circle Ranch | Santa Fe, USA.
Our spectacular Santa Fe campus is located on an upscale regenerative ranch featuring traditional Pueblo architecture and nearly 2,600 acres of wildlife, hiking trails in the arroyo, and awe-inspiring beauty. Close to historic Santa Fe, an artisan’s mecca.
PLUS: Gourmet from-scratch meals, snacks, and drinks featuring locally sourced ingredients, made by our in-house chefs
Explore the Ranch
on Horseback
Our Rising Circle Ranch spans 2,600 acres of New Mexico high desert, offering guided horseback riding for all experience levels through diverse terrains under the vast Southwest sky
You’ll experience highlights like:
Horseback riding is an optional add-on activity you can book once you arrive on the ranch. Whether you’re seasoned or brand new to horseback adventures, this guided experience lets you discover the ranch’s natural wonders alongside our gentle horses.
Your Workshop Also Includes:
Don’t Let Retirement Pull You Apart—Plan It Together
Too many couples enter retirement without a plan for how to live it well, together. The result? Misalignment, lost momentum, and avoidable conflict.
This is your chance to reset before bad habits harden and patterns set in. With expert support and space to think clearly, you can shift from uncertainty to confidence—and from coexisting to co-creating.
Walk away with:
Retirement is a relationship transition. Come design it, together.
Book Your Spot Today
Retirement Planning for Two: Creating Your Shared Vision
Is a partial scholarship for you?
We believe in making personal growth and education accessible to everyone, which is why we offer partial scholarships on a needs-aware basis for many of our programs.
These scholarships support individuals facing financial challenges, including — but not limited to — members of underrepresented communities. If financial stress might prevent you from attending a workshop, we encourage you to apply.
Partial scholarships, provided through the Association for Growth and Education, are limited to 2–3 seats per workshop and reviewed in the order received. We recommend applying as soon as possible, as scholarship decisions are typically confirmed 90–120 days before the workshop date.
“I came hoping to figure out what’s next for me. I left with a shared vision for us.”
– Judy Ryan, MEA Alumni
“This workshop gave us language, perspective, and permission to do retirement differently. We needed this.”
– Anderson Baker, MEA Alumni
“My husband and I danced together for the first time in 20 years. Something shifted for us in that moment.”
– Denise Vedder, MEA Alumni
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is designed for couples navigating retirement—whether you’re one to five years away, recently retired, or feeling stuck a few years in. It’s ideal for partners who want to plan more intentionally, communicate more clearly, and realign around what life after work can look like.
Do we both need to be retired (or retiring) to attend?
Not at all. Many couples come with one partner still working and the other already retired. This dynamic can create tension and confusion—which is exactly what this workshop is designed to help you navigate.
What if we have different visions for retirement?
That’s actually one of the most common reasons couples attend. We’ll guide you through structured conversations and exercises to help clarify your individual goals and co-create a shared path forward without compromising who you are.
Will we be working only as a couple the whole time?
No. The workshop includes both individual reflection and joint work. We often start with individual exercises so each person can explore their own identity, needs, and values before coming back together to align.
We’re doing fine—do we really need this?
Even couples with strong relationships can drift apart during retirement if they don’t talk about expectations, roles, or purpose. Think of this as a proactive tune-up for one of life’s biggest transitions.
Is this mostly about financial planning?
No. While money may come up in conversation, this workshop is focused on the emotional, relational, and purpose-driven aspects of retirement—the parts most people overlook and struggle with.
What exactly will we walk away with?
You’ll leave with a personalized Rejuvenation Plan for the next 12 to 18 months, a deeper understanding of your partner’s needs and vision, and tools to communicate more effectively about what matters most.
Is this just for couples? Can I come alone?
This workshop is specifically structured for couples. If you’re navigating retirement solo, we recommend looking at other MEA offerings that focus on individual life design and transition.
What’s included in the tuition?
All programming, three nights of lodging, chef-prepared meals, drinks, snacks, and full access to MEA’s world-class Santa Fe campus are included. The only extra costs are travel to Santa Fe and personal purchases.
What if we’re not sure this is the right time?
If retirement is on your radar within the next few years, now is the right time. Feel free to book a call with our team below, and we’ll help you decide if this workshop fits your timing and goals.
Still deciding or have questions?
Connect with our helpful team of Advisors
Our Advisors are all MEA alumni who can offer genuine insights into our programs. They’re passionate about helping you finding the right fit to make your next chapter the best one.
Daniel Booz
Lucas Erie
Leslie Bartlett