Austin Passion Test

07/14/2026

CLARITY COMES BEFORE MOTIVATION

Motivation isn't the first step. Clarity is.

A lot of advice has this backwards. It tells you to get fired up, find your energy, wake up excited - about something you haven't actually named yet. That's asking enthusiasm to show up for an appointment with no address.

The order that tends to work is duller than you might think, and more reliable: name the thing, then narrow it, then act on it. Motivation shows up later, usually once you can see where you're going.

One practical piece of that, free of charge: when you make the list, stop at five. Not fifty. You can't aim at fifty things, and a list of fifty is really just a longer way of saying "I don't know."

Five is small enough to be uncomfortable, which is how you know it's honest.

07/08/2026

Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.
- Albert Einstein

07/01/2026

73% of adults 50+ have now used an AI tool for retirement planning (up from 21% in 2023). The gap that AI can't fill: the identity, meaning, and "what am I retiring TO?" work. That is exactly where The Passion Test can help.

03/26/2025

Picture this: It’s a sunny afternoon.

You’re sitting on the porch, coffee in hand, surrounded by the laughter of your grandchildren playing in the yard.

Or maybe you’re gathered with friends, reminiscing about old times while planning your next adventure.

Perhaps you’re curled up with a good book, finally at peace in your happy place.

Whatever that vision is, it’s not just a dream — it can be your reality.

But here’s the truth: time doesn’t slow down.

The question isn’t whether retirement is coming — it’s what you’ll do with it when it arrives: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60yojJHGBSg

Will you let the days pass by, or will you create a future filled with joy, connection, and purpose?

Your family and friends want to share in your happiness.

Your future self is counting on you to make choices that fill your days with meaning.

Peter Langlois, PhD., knows how overwhelming this transition can be — but he also knows how extraordinary it can be when you take action.

The Austin Passion Test is designed to help you discover what truly matters so you can spend your time doing what you love with the people you care about most.

Your future life is waiting.

Will you answer the call?

Schedule your free one-on-one consultation with Peter today and take the first step toward a retirement that fills your heart and soul: https://austinpassiontest.com/one-on-one-sign-up/

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03/26/2025

Remember last week when we talked about Peter Langlois' trip to Thailand?

He spent an entire month exploring temples, feeding elephants, and sailing through crystal-clear waters — all because he has the to do so in .

Imagine being able to wake up and decide, “I think I’ll go explore a new country this month,” or spend more time with your family, start that hobby you’ve always put off, or finally check off those bucket list adventures.

But here’s the question: Do you know what you’d love to do with your time?

Retirement isn’t some far-off dream — it’s happening now, and the future you’ve been planning for is here.

The Austin Passion Test can help you figure out what lights you up and how to start living that dream life today.

Why wait for "someday" when "someday" is now?

Schedule your free one-on-one consultation with Peter and start creating a retirement you can’t wait to wake up to: https://austinpassiontest.com/one-on-one-sign-up/

03/25/2025

Some people fear they’ll waste their years, and honestly?

Without direction, it’s easy to fall into a rut.

But it doesn’t have to be that way.

The Austin Passion Test helps you transform those years into something meaningful and exciting.

Travel, hobbies, time with loved ones — whatever your passion, we’ll help you find it.

Let’s eliminate that uncertainty — schedule your free consultation with Peter Langlois today: https://austinpassiontest.com/one-on-one-sign-up/

03/24/2025

What do you call someone who’s happy on a Monday?

Retired — and living fully.

Mondays don’t have to feel like just another day; they can be the day you meet friends for coffee, start that gardening project, or plan a spontaneous trip.

Retirement is your chance to design your own schedule filled with what you love.

The Austin Passion Test helps you make every day feel like a weekend — without the Sunday night blues.

Schedule a free consultation with Peter Langlois, PhD., to explore how you can make your Mondays (and every day) something you look forward to: https://austinpassiontest.com/one-on-one-sign-up/

03/19/2025

“What Traveling to Thailand Taught Me About Passion and Retirement …”

One of Peter Langlois, PhD.'s top five passions is traveling to interesting places — and this past January, he spent an unforgettable month in Thailand.

His journey began in bustling Bangkok, where he joined a small group tour that took him through the historic temples and ancient sites of Ayutthaya and Sukhothai, ending in the charming city of Chiang Mai.

One of the highlights?

Feeding and bathing elephants at a local sanctuary — a truly humbling experience.

Peter then spent two weeks volunteering to help teach English in a northern village, immersing himself in local culture and building meaningful connections.

The adventure wrapped up in the south, sailing on a catamaran through the stunning Andaman Sea, snorkeling vibrant reefs, and relaxing on the breathtaking islands of Koh Phi Phi and Phuket.

Peter shares this story not just to recount an incredible trip but to emphasize the importance of living out your passions — especially in retirement.

The Austin Passion Test can help you uncover what excites you most, whether it’s traveling to far-off places, picking up a new hobby, or making a difference in your community.

If exploring new destinations is on your list, take that first step today.

Schedule a free one-on-one consultation with Peter Langlois to discover how you can create a fulfilling and adventure-filled : https://austinpassiontest.com/one-on-one-sign-up/

03/18/2025

Retirement doesn’t come with a rulebook.

Some want to relax with a morning coffee and a good book; others crave new adventures, fresh challenges, or meaningful projects.

The Austin Passion Test meets you where you are: https://youtube.com/shorts/_pUAjnZQDaQ?si=D9h6U_v5N4S029dC

Whether you’re dreaming of peaceful afternoons or exciting hobbies, let’s map out what makes you happiest.

You’ve worked hard — now you get to decide how to spend your time.

Schedule a free consultation with Peter Langlois, PhD., and begin crafting a that’s uniquely yours.

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