• cobysev@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    I retired last summer. This is basically how my week goes. Trying to fill the void with some hobbies or entertainment.

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      1 year ago

      I watched my dad fall into depression after retirement. The same for a family friend who was able to retire early in their 40’s. I think a lot of people only plan for the financial side of retirement and don’t plan for post-retirement hobbies and activities. It took these 2 people’s examples to open my eyes a bit and start planning for a heavy hobbying which will also look different from light hobbying where you are still committed to other things like work and raising a family.

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      1 year ago

      I still have awhile before retirement, but I’ve lots of coworkers and family who’ve recently retired over the last few years. Based on what they’ve said, I think it’s really important to get involved outside of only hobbies/entertainment. Like doing a volunteer type thing once a week or something. Apparently, studies show that people’s health can quickly decline post retirement and keeping active, social, etc. can make a notable difference.

      Anyway, sorry if this came off as patronizing, I most certainly don’t intend it to be! Regardless, congratulations on retirement! May the rest of your days be full of life, love, and happiness. :)

      A couple of sources relating to what I was trying to convey:

      https://crr.bc.edu/socializing-improves-retirees-physical-mental-health/

      https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10172431/