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How Long Will You Really Live? Life Expectancy, the 10-Year Decade of Decline, and Why You Should Retire as Soon as Financially Possible
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In this eye-opening episode, Karl & Tina Harris uncover the real truth about life expectancy, wealth gaps, and the 10-year “decade of decline”—that crucial period when your energy, mobility, and health begin to fade.
Discover how long you’re really likely to live based on your occupation, income level, and demographics—and why waiting too long to retire could cost you your healthiest, most active years.
We break down the latest data from Harvard, Stanford, the CDC, NIH, and more, and explore why retired military, first responders, and working-class Americans often face shorter lifespans—and what you can do to reclaim your time, freedom, and health before it’s too late.
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- The 10-Year Decade of Decline—and when it really begins
- How wealth and occupation influence longevity (Harvard & Stanford data)
- Why military veterans, police, and firefighters experience shorter lifespans
- Racial and geographic life expectancy gaps across America
- The truth about your health span vs. life span
- How to retire as soon as financially possible without sacrificing stability
- Simple steps to extend your active years and live your best life after 50
🎯 Key Sources Cited:
CDC, Social Security Administration, Harvard Health Publishing, JAMA (Harvard & Stanford Health Inequality Project), National Institutes of Health, Kaiser Family Foundation, WHO, PBS NewsHour, Annals of Epidemiology, American Journal of Preventive Medicine, and Harvard Medical School’s Lifespan research.
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