Everybody looks forward to retiring, leaving the work behind us, and then just doing whatever we want. Unfortunately, retirement is not what we thought it would be. Its hard not to do the 9-5 routine, especially after youve done it nearly everyday for 40 or more years. Suddenly, theres no reason to get up in the morning and be somewhere.
Some retired people give up on their post-retirement plans. They settle down in their easy chairs and just let things slip away. The lack of purposeful activity drains away their energy and their mental acuity. Some become sick and many men die less than five years after they retire. All they had was their work and, with that gone, and they have nothing.
Life does not have to be that way. When you were working, you stayed sharp and took advantage of your experiences to help you through new challenges. You dont have to give that up when you retire. The key is feeling that you are important and that what you do can make a difference.
You have accomplished much during your working years and now its time to pass on what you learned. You can be a mentor to young people by visiting their schools and teaching them the ropes. No...