| As every one of us is unique, so too is each | | | | prevent resentment from forming and are |
| persons transition into retirement specific to them. | | | | necessary for a fulfilled life. |
| Many dramatic changes come about as you leave | | | | What about changes to your social structure and |
| the work force. Some people are prepared for | | | | status? Very often people view themselves |
| these but many are not. Some people look no | | | | based solely on the position they have held in the |
| further than not having to rush out in the morning. | | | | work force. Without that in place their view of |
| No thought has been given as to what they will | | | | who they are shatters. This can be a real problem |
| actually DO with their time now and even less to | | | | for those who have held positions of authority. |
| how they will view themselves outside of their | | | | Moving into a part time second career or a |
| "work" frame of reference. Who are you apart | | | | volunteer position that enables them to use those |
| from your job title? Where will you find life | | | | specific skills can be their best option. |
| purpose without the safety net of your place of | | | | Enlisting a Retirement Coach can give you a |
| employment shaping that for you? | | | | sounding board to voice these concerns and |
| The changes you face as you enter retirement | | | | others you will discover along the way. A coach |
| can be as overwhelming as they are many. Your | | | | not only listens but can help you focus on the |
| daily routine adjustments involve not only your | | | | goals you desire and assist you in choosing the |
| personal goals but often putting boundaries on | | | | paths to achieve them. The most important asset |
| your time. Being "retired" can give friends and | | | | of your retirement is YOU. Take the time to |
| family the sense that your time is more available | | | | work on personal development by taking |
| to them no, which is true to some degree. Your | | | | ownership of your desires, dormant passions and |
| days can be filled up very quickly with other | | | | creative talents. You will discover a retirement full |
| peoples expectations of you. This can be | | | | of new found energy and peace of mind, knowing |
| welcomed or not. Taking charge of those | | | | you are living life on your own terms. |
| decisions and deciding what "you" want can | | | | |