Okay, here we go. It’s time to let our hair down a bit. I talk a lot on this website about important matters: identity, purpose, meaning, social connections and more. Vital stuff, of course. But every now and again, I feel the urge to lighten things up a little. After all, we need to strike that balance in life. Yes, let’s work on our well-being in retirement, but let’s have some fun along the way.
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As retirement becomes a longer and more complex chapter of life, many couples are discovering that this new freedom also brings new challenges. Recent UK divorce trends highlight the importance of staying connected during this transition. While overall divorce rates have fallen in the past two decades, separations amongst adults aged 60 and over have risen sharply, with the number of later-life divorces doubling since the early 1990s. Today, around 3 in 10 divorces involve someone over 50, and projections suggest this may increase further.
These shifts signal a simple truth: thriving in retirement isn’t just about good finances, important though that is. It’s also about nurturing, harmony, good communication and having a shared purpose. In this post, we will explore practical ways couples can plan and adapt as they navigate retirement together.
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Retirement brings freedom from deadlines and routines, but many of us discover that without structure, it can be harder than expected to feel motivated and engaged. If you’re wondering how to stay motivated after retiring, you’re not alone. In this article, we explore proven psychological techniques — from habit-stacking and self-talk (my favourite psychological strategy hands down) to identity shifts and curiosity-driven routines — to help you rediscover purpose, build momentum in your days, and feel excited about what you can do next in your life.
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Finding Connection, Confidence, and Companionship When You’re Starting from Scratch.
When Friendship Feels Far Away
It can be an unsettling moment: you reach retirement and realise the social circle you once had has quietly faded. The colleagues you laughed with every day are still working, the children have flown the nest, neighbours are keeping themselves busy, and some dear friends are sadly no longer around.
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