TSP · Tell us how life is going

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First, a bit about you

Quick background — just tick the box that fits

Question 2

How do you describe your gender?

This helps us make sure we're hearing from everyone. Choose whichever feels right — or skip if you'd prefer.

Question 3

What does your working life look like right now?

Question 4

Who's at home with you?

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Money and feeling financially safe

We all worry about money sometimes. Tell us where you're at.

We're not here to judge your finances. We just want to understand what's on your mind.

Question 6

How do you feel about money right now, if you're honest?

I feel pretty on top of it I'm managing, but it's tight I worry about it a lot I'm really struggling I try not to think about it

Question 7

Which of these money worries feel real to you?

Tick all that apply.

I don't think I'll have enough money when I stop working I'm not sure what pension or benefits I'm entitled to I've got debt that's hard to shift I live pay cheque to pay cheque I'm helping family out financially and it's a stretch I don't really have any savings to fall back on None of these — I'm in pretty good shape

Question 8

How confident are you that you'll be okay financially in 10 years' time?

Not confident at allVery confident

Question 9

What's the one money thing that would make the biggest difference to your life right now?

Take your time with this one.

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Health and having enough energy

Not just avoiding illness — feeling good enough to really live your life

This isn't about gym memberships. It's about whether you have the energy to do the things that matter to you.

Question 10

How would you describe your health and energy at the moment?

I feel great — full of energy Pretty good on most days So-so — some good days, some not I'm struggling more than I'd like My health is a real worry for me

Question 11

Which of these feel true for you right now?

Tick all that apply.

I'm not sleeping well I don't do as much exercise as I know I should I'm carrying more weight than is good for me I'm dealing with a long-term health condition I feel tired a lot of the time I'm not eating as well as I could I feel pretty healthy, actually

Question 12

How confident are you that you'll still be fit and well at 75?

Not confident at allVery confident

Question 13

What gets in the way of you looking after yourself better?

Be honest — we've all been there.

I don't have the time It costs money I don't have I don't really know where to start I keep meaning to, but life gets in the way I'm not sure it would make much difference now Nothing — I'm doing okay

Question 14

If you could wake up tomorrow feeling physically better in one way, what would it be?

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Staying sharp — learning and work

Keeping your brain busy and your options open

Work isn't just about money. Learning new things keeps us sharp, confident and connected. This section is about that.

Question 15

How do you feel about where you're at with work or staying busy right now?

I love what I do and want to keep going It's fine, but I'm ready for a change I'd like to work less but I can't afford to yet I'm not working and I miss having something to do I'm retired and happy that way I'm retired but I'd like to do something more

Question 16

Which of these feel like you?

Tick all that apply.

I'd like to try something new but don't know how to get started I worry my skills are out of date I'd love to do some volunteering or give something back I'd like to study or learn something new I feel stuck in a job I've outgrown I'm worried about what I'll do with my time when I retire None of these — I'm in a good place

Question 17

How much of a priority is 'keeping your brain active and learning new things' for you right now?

Not a priorityReally important to me

Question 18

What's one thing you've always wanted to learn or try, but never got around to?

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Feeling connected and having a reason to get up

The people around you and what gives your life meaning

Loneliness is one of the biggest health risks for people in their 50s and 60s. We want to understand how connected you feel.

Question 19

How connected do you feel to the people and community around you?

Really connected — I've got great people around me I have some good people, but I'd like more I feel a bit isolated, if I'm honest I feel quite lonely It varies a lot

Question 20

Which of these ring true for you?

Tick all that apply.

I don't do as many things in the community as I'd like I've lost touch with friends or family over the years I don't feel like there's much going on locally for people my age I feel like I've got a lot to offer but nowhere to put it I'd love to meet more people who are in a similar situation to me I feel good about my social life

Question 21

How strong is your sense of 'purpose' — feeling like what you do matters?

I'm really struggling with thisI feel very clear on my purpose

Question 22

What gives your life the most meaning right now?

There's no wrong answer. Whatever comes to mind is the right thing to write.

The big picture

Three honest questions — take your time with these

These are the most important questions in the whole thing. Even a few words helps us understand.

Question 23

Looking at money, health, staying sharp and feeling connected — which feels most 'off track' for you right now?

Money and feeling financially safe My health and energy Keeping my brain busy and my options open Feeling connected and having a sense of purpose Honestly, a bit of all of them None — I'm doing pretty well

Question 24

How long has that felt like a problem?

It's pretty new — less than a year A year or two Several years It's been like this most of my adult life It goes away and comes back

Question 25

What's really stopped you from sorting it out?

Not the polite answer — the real one.

Question 26

If things were really going well in 5 years — what would that look like for you?

Paint us a picture of what 'good' looks like in your life.

Question 27

Anything else you want us to know? Anything we didn't ask?

That's everything.

Every answer you've given will help us build something that actually works for people in Stevenage.

because your future is more than financial

We'd love to know how life is going for you

First, a bit about you

Money and feeling financially safe

Health and having enough energy

Staying sharp — learning and work

Feeling connected and having a reason to get up

The big picture

That's everything.

You're done — thank you!