Episode 75 - What Warren Buffett can teach us about a life well lived

Episode 78 - What True Wealth Really Means in Your 50s & Beyond

What does it really mean to live a wealthy life especially in your 50s, 60s, and beyond? In this episode of What Happens Next, host Chris Daems sits down with author, coach, and minister David Scarlet for a powerful, deeply human conversation about true wealth, relationships, and meaningful living. Together, Chris and David explore why money alone doesn't create happiness and why the quality of your relationships, your sense of purpose, and your connection to community matter far more as we move into the next chapter of life. Drawing on decades of lived experience, coaching, and insight from studies like the Harvard Study of Wellbeing, David shares why relationships are directly linked to longevity, fulfillment, and emotional health. You'll also hear practical reflections on: • What "enough" really looks like • Why listening is more powerful than fixing • The difference between mentoring and coaching • How to design a life rich in meaning, not just finances If you've ever asked yourself "Is this it?" this conversation will help you think differently about what happens next.

Episode 77 - Why Men Feel Lost After Retirement (The Loneliness Crisis No One Talks About)

Why do so many successful men feel lost after retirement? In this episode of What Happens Next, Chris Daems explores the hidden loneliness crisis affecting men in their 50s, 60s, and beyond. After decades of focusing on career success, many men reach retirement only to discover that their social life was built almost entirely around work—and when that disappears, so do many of their connections. This video dives into the real reasons men struggle with loneliness after retirement, backed by research from leading studies on social isolation and wellbeing. Chris breaks down why men are particularly vulnerable, how workplace relationships differ from deeper friendships, and why this issue is rarely discussed in retirement planning or financial advice. More importantly, Chris shares practical strategies to rebuild connection and purpose, including: • How to recognise and overcome social isolation • The importance of meaningful friendships in later life • Simple ways to create new social environments and routines • Why taking initiative is key to building lasting relationships

Episode 76 - Self-Awareness First The Real Key to Fulfilling Life

Tom Mathar challenges conventional wisdom that money is the primary determinant of life fulfillment. Through profound exploration, Tom argues that self-awareness—understanding yourself, your values, and what truly brings you joy is the foundational key to a fulfilling life. This conversation explores how self-awareness informs better decisions about work, relationships, purpose, and how you spend your time. Tom discusses practical ways to develop deeper self-understanding, particularly valuable during major life transitions.

Episode 75 - What Warren Buffett can teach us about a life well lived

What does a 95-year-old billionaire have to teach us about living a meaningful life? In this deeply reflective episode of What Happens Next, Chris Daems explores Warren Buffett's powerful retirement letter not for its financial insights, but for its timeless wisdom on life, love, aging, and purpose. Despite amassing over $150 billion, Buffett's greatest reflections have nothing to do with money and everything to do with meaning.

Episode 74 - The #1 Reason EOS Beats Other Business Systems Every Time

Join us on the What Happens Next channel as we chat with EOS implementer Adrian Lomas In this insightful interview, Adrian shares his personal journey of how the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) transformed his business, Blue Leaf, helping him navigate challenging times.