Research projects are many regarding how not to succumb to the couch and shrivel up after retirement. Here are a few tips that will keep you going whether or not you are working and employed.
First, continue your daily routine as much as you can. For example, continue to wake up early so that you can get in your exercise or shower, defrost something for dinner and call your kids. Once you complete your routine then it’s your choice whether you want to spend more time with your family, meet a friend at a coffee shop, join a bridge class at the community center or start exploring new cell phones. This notion won’t be easy in the beginning but if you make it a habit right away it will make you and your life in retirement a lot smoother.

A second point is to keep your hobby active, playing poker, or attending soccer games, or taking Pilates classes. It will not only keep your mind busy but you will be participating in something you enjoy. If you don’t have a hobby or interest, join your friends in what they are doing. Maybe you will develop that same interest.

And finally take part in social activities and service groups. Many retirees already have an interest in a service group.  If you don’t this is a good time to explore the groups in your area whether it’s Gleaners, Dogs for the Blind or the hundreds of health support groups.  Join a friend and participate in his group for a while to see if you like it.

Then you are on your own.  Good luck and wishing you
the most from exploring.

To your success and healthy aging,

Ruthan Brodsky

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