Most retirement brochures display a very happy person or couple enjoying a round of golf during the afternoon and then strolling down the beach wearing white linen in the evening. This does sound like a terrific day, but only some people would be content with doing this every day for the next 30 years of their retirement. Retirement is not just a change in your employment status; it affects most areas of your life. For most people, it means a change in their daily routine, scheduled week, social outlets, friend groups, continued education, and even their identity in the way they introduce themselves as, “Hi, my name is Bob, and I am an engineer.” Most people understand the importance of planning the financial piece of retirement, but far fewer people take the time to plan the other aspects of retirement. Here is a short list of ideas that may help you brainstorm how to successfully transition into new roles in retirement.
- Join a club (book/exercise/social).
- Enroll in a course or workshop.
- Pursue a hobby.
- Volunteer.
- Become a mentor.
- Enroll in educational courses (several colleges offer courses for free for retirees).
- Acquire a part-time job.
- Create a daily routine and structured schedule.
- Set goals with mile markers to keep you on track.
As you approach retirement, we are here to discuss what life will look like for you in retirement and to help you plan accordingly.