How to Retire Without Screwing It Up — The 5-Life Transition Method™

A Retirement Planning Blueprint to Master Money, Health, Relationships, Identity, and Purpose Without Regret

By: Dave Sullivan

Narrated by: Ivan Busenius

Ever wonder why retirement doesn’t feel like the freedom you were promised?

If you’ve been wondering why retirement doesn’t feel as fulfilling as you thought… there’s a reason.

The real problem isn’t your bank account. It’s something deeper.

It’s what I call the Retirement Disorientation Loop™— that quiet but disorienting cycle where, after years of structure, identity, and purpose tied to work... everything suddenly disappears.

You wake up free, but directionless.

The days blur. Motivation dips. And without a map, you start asking, “Is this really it?”

That’s why I created How to Retire Without Screwing It Up — The 5-Life Transition Method™—a clear, honest guide that goes beyond money and helps you navigate the 5 Transitions no one warned you about… but that shape everything.

As you listen, you’ll learn:

Why 61% of retirees feel lost in the first year—and how to avoid it

How to design a Freedom Number that reflects your real life (not just a generic formula)

How to Design a Withdrawal Strategy That Matches Your Real Life

The Real-Life Energy Blueprint for Your 60s, 70s, and Beyond

5 Retirement Fights Every Couple Has (And How to Avoid Them)

The Step-by-Step Process to Craft a New Identity (Even If You Have No Clue Now)

Building a Purpose That Pulls You Out of Bed (Even If You Think You Don’t Have One)

How to Turn Your Next 20+ Years into your most purpose-driven chapter yet

And much more…!

PLUS—you’ll get a FREE downloadable workbook, filled with guided prompts and tools to help you apply each step with clarity and confidence.

Tap Play now and let’s build a retirement you’ll love waking up to!

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2025 Dave Sullivan (P)2025 Dave Sullivan

A perspective needed

Most retirement books assume you have a spouse, a plan, and a yacht. This one actually sees you. I’ve been on my own for years and finally found guidance that includes relationships, purpose, and emotional wellness—not just investments. It's like therapy, a coach, and a friend all in one.

Very helpful!

This audiobook is a smart and easy to follow guide to retirement planning. Dave Sullivan keeps it simple, clear, and even funny at times. Great for anyone who wants solid advice without all the financial jargon. A quick, helpful listen!

Purpose after retirement

This isn’t one of those books full of clichés. It actually helped me get a grip on what retirement might feel like—not just what to do with my 401k. I printed the workbook too, which I never do. Super practical and really reassuring.

Wow

I was shocked by how lost I felt after retiring. This book helped me understand why—and what to do about it. It’s not dramatic or fluffy. It’s practical, wise, and deeply human. Every chapter gave me a sense of direction I didn’t know I needed.

Here’s something for real life

I wasn’t expecting much, just another retirement checklist. But wow—this one really gets into the stuff no one talks about. Not just money. Like, what you do all day, how weird it feels to not have a title anymore. Super relatable. Made me think about things I was ignoring.