Fourth Quarter Mindset – Joy of Building a Happy Life is a heartfelt guide to embracing life’s later seasons with wisdom, grace, and renewed joy. Written by Naseer Rana, this inspiring work reframes the “fourth quarter” of life—not as an ending, but as a powerful new beginning. Rana empowers readers to systematically design their fourth quarter, focusing on intentional living rather than merely existing.

Drawing on reflections, real-life lessons, and timeless truths, he demonstrates how we can shift our focus from chasing achievements to cherishing fulfillment. Through practical insights, uplifting stories, and actionable strategies, Naseer guides readers in rediscovering what truly matters—meaningful relationships, inner peace, gratitude, health, and legacy. This book is not just a guide; it’s a roadmap for transforming the later seasons of life into a journey of joy and purpose.

This book helps you:

• Reframe aging as an opportunity—a chance to live with deeper purpose.
• Let go of regrets and baggage that weigh down the heart.
• Cultivate joy and resilience through gratitude, mindfulness, and simplicity.
• Prioritize connection and contribution over material pursuits.
• Design your own joy blueprint for a life well-lived.

Learn from a “Design Your Life” Coach who incorporates material learned from Stanford University Design Lab.

This book explores the three “W’s”: Wellbeing, Wealth, and Worth that impact the quality of life in the fourth quarter.

Wellbeing: Physical and mental health is essential for a well-lived life and critical in the fourth quarter. We are more in control of our well-being than we may think. Ample research points to a better life with an active lifestyle, a good diet, and healthy connections. The National Geographic’s The Blue Zones study, CNN’s Chasing Life study, and The Economist’s U-Bend theory inform us that we can decide upon a lifestyle that will keep us healthier and have the freedom in the fourth quarter to be happier. Recent studies have confirmed that genetics impact roughly 25% of our health, while lifestyle choices account for the remaining 75%. Also, with the right diet, we can even reverse some health issues. We will explore lifestyle choices and how to incorporate them for a well-lived life.  

Wealth: Financial security in the fourth quarter is necessary for the freedom to live a happy life. We need an adequate income to cover our reasonable expenses plus a reserve for emergencies. If we have not made arrangements to supplement Social Security and Medicare, we will explore ways to complement our income or reduce expenses after retirement. The information we will provide will be very helpful in preparing for a conversation with your financial advisor to consider both income and expenses. 

Worth: Having a purpose in life can make life worth living. We are energized to get up in the morning and look forward to the day’s adventures. We have the freedom to get up without an alarm, and our body tells us that it is time to begin our day at our own pace. We can choose to leave a legacy that people will fondly remember us by and be inspired by after we are gone.  

All profits go to Boosting Hope, Inc.

(Boosting Hope is a non-profit organization that enables students to go to college)

Mindset: Embracing Freedom for a Healthier Lifestyle and Happiness

I was inspired to write this book because I experienced the freedom of my fourth quarter, which was much more fulfilling than I had expected. This newfound freedom allowed me to reflect on the importance of mindset in shaping our lives.

We have the power to choose healthier lifestyles and pursue happiness, but often lack the necessary information and guidance to make those changes effectively. If I had been equipped with knowledge about lifestyle options and choices earlier in my life, I believe I could have embraced this freedom much sooner, leading to greater fulfillment.

My goal is to provide that essential information for those ready to pivot and reclaim a happier life. This book combines stories and insights from various thinkers throughout history, spanning from Cicero’s reflections in ‘How To Grow Old’ to contemporary works like ‘The Blue Zones’ by Dan Buettner and ‘The Happiness Advantage’ by Shawn Achor. With the wisdom gained from these sources, along with practical strategies from ‘Design Your Life’ by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, readers will find the tools they need to implement positive changes. By embracing the right mindset, we can unlock the potential to live more fulfilling and joyful lives.

There are numerous examples of individuals who achieved greatness later in life. The coolest stories that I share in this book include: Colonel Harland Sanders started his KFC franchise at the age of 65, Anna Mary Robertson Moses, also known as Grandma Moses, was a farmer and housewife who began painting at 78 became a celebrated folk artist, with paintings exhibited worldwide, Nelson Mandela was released from prison at 72 became South Africa’s first Black president at the age of 75, and, the inspiring story of the lesser-known Fauja Singh, who started long-distance running at 89 after retiring from farming and became the oldest person to complete a marathon at the age of 100.

Whether you’re approaching your “fourth quarter,” supporting loved ones through it, or simply seeking a life of happiness and balance at any stage, this book will inspire you to live fully—today and every day.

✨ The fourth quarter is not about winding down—it’s about waking up to the joy of building a happy life.

Where Does Your Support Go?

My publisher (Manuscripts Press) gave me a publishing team to help me produce and launch my book. I am working with…

• A revisions editor, copy editor, and proofreader this Spring to further hone my book (when you buy a ticket for my launch, you’ll get early excerpts and access to earlier versions of my manuscript!)
• A marketing specialist to coach and support me in marketing efforts, and help me reach new audiences
• A cover artist and layout editor will be designing my book. (The mockups you see currently are a placeholder!)
• All profits go to boosting hope

I am also offering some exclusive rewards for people who buy a ticket to my book launch:

• All tickets include either a physical copy (softcover, paperback) or digital copy (ebook) when I publish and a handwritten thank-you note.
• Your name will appear in the Acknowledgments section of my book (“with Special Thanks to”).
• You will be invited to join my Author Community and get behind-the-scenes sneak peeks into the publishing process.
• You will receive early access to the Introduction and some excerpts from my book, with the opportunity to review it and give me early feedback.
• You will have the opportunity to be involved in finalizing my cover and title.
• And more!

Other Ways You Can Support Me

Some people just can’t contribute, but that doesn’t mean they can’t help:

• Please share my pre-sale campaign on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn with your friends, family and network. Please use #4thQuarterMindset and tag me as well as my publisher, Manuscripts Press, so we can help amplify your efforts.
• Please recommend my book to five (5) friends, family members, or co-workers who you think would enjoy it via text or direct message on social media.

Thank you so much for of all of your love and support!

Thanks again,

Naseer Rana

Author Bio

Naseer Rana has a masters in Systems Engineering from USC. He applied the systems approach in the private sector, as a Governance Advisor at the World Bank, and more broadly in life.

After completing the “Design Your Life” course from Stanford University, he’s incorporated that methodology in his coaching.

Naseer Rana is the President of Boosting Hope, a former Governance Advisor at the World Bank, with over two decades of global experience spanning South Asia, East Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. Boosting Hope is opening pathways to prosperity for underserved families in our communities by providing scholarships and mentoring students to attend college.

He has led governance and public sector reform programs, designed innovative operations such as Pakistan’s first public sector Program-for-Results, and coordinated FCV (Fragility, Conflict & Violence) strategies for Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iraq, and Tajikistan. Naseer has a strong track record in policy dialogue, donor coordination, and institutional strengthening, with prior leadership roles at USAID and in the private sector in the U.S. He continues to advance impact-driven initiatives through consulting, trading, and his non-profit foundation, Boosting Hope Inc.

Naseer Rana is a lifelong student of human potential, resilience, and joy. Drawing on decades of personal and professional experience, he has inspired countless people to embrace change, overcome challenges, and live with meaning. His unique perspective blends wisdom from leadership, spirituality, and everyday life, encouraging readers to find purpose and fulfillment in every stage of their journey.

Passionate about helping others cultivate happiness, Rana writes with warmth, clarity, and authenticity. Through his work, he invites readers to shift from chasing external success to discovering the inner joy of a life well-lived.

When he’s not writing or speaking, Rana enjoys time with family, nature walks, and reflecting on life’s simple blessings. Fourth Quarter Mindset – Joy of Building a Happy Life is his heartfelt guide to living fully in life’s later seasons—and leaving behind a legacy of love, wisdom, and joy.

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