When John Geraghty was 29, he looked at his life and realized the path he was on wasn’t leading anywhere he wanted to go. Struggling with alcohol, he decided to change everything. That choice set him on a journey of growth and helping others find what lights them up.

In this conversation, John shares what he’s learned about why the traditional idea of retirement often leaves people feeling lost, and how discovering your strengths and staying curious can bring meaning to every stage of life.

We talk about how small steps, honest self-reflection, and contribution to others can create a life you’re excited to live.

We discussed:

Why leisure doesn’t lead to lasting fulfillment

How to discover your “zone of genius” to build a life that lights you up

The importance of identity beliefs in shaping what’s possible

Why the idea of flow matters for purpose and happiness

Why your most rewarding years may still lie ahead

Connect with John:

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The Prism of Perspective Podcast

Alex Potts helped thousands of people plan for retirement until it was his turn. And like so many of us, he found himself asking what now?

This episode is a special one. Alex isn’t just a respected leader and former CEO. He’s also a longtime friend. We’ve known each other since the ’90s, and I’ve had the privilege of watching him grow into an authentic, grounded, and service-minded leader.

Our conversation explores what it means to live with intention. We talk about resilience, identity, letting go, and how to step into your next chapter with curiosity and purpose.

We discussed:

The money lessons Alex learned when there wasn’t enough

How caregiving redefined what legacy means to him

What the first day after stepping down actually felt like

Why our purpose changes—and how Alex learned to follow it

What a simple “just thinking of you” text can really mean

The movie line that’s guided him for 25 years

Agi Keramidas made a major life shift when he left behind a stable but unfulfilling life in Greece to follow a calling he couldn’t quite explain.

Today, he shares how a midlife awakening (his words) sparked a journey of personal growth. Eventually it would lead Agi to launch his podcast, Personal Development Mastery, and write his book, 88 Actionable Insights for Life.

He talks about listening to that quiet voice that says something needs to change. Even when it means starting over in a new country with no safety net.

We explore the role of self-awareness, the discomfort that often comes with growth, and how small, deliberate actions can open the door to a more meaningful life.

You’ll hear about:

• Leaving a life that looked “fine” but didn’t feel right
• How Agi moved to a new country with two suitcases and no real plan
• Why podcasting opened a door to something more meaningful
• Building a morning routine that shapes the rest of the day
• The gap between insight and action (and how to close it)
• A two-minute exercise for naming your purpose

Resources

Personal Development Mastery

Follow Agi on LinkedIn