Research from George Washington University indicates that deep, long-lasting happiness (or perhaps contentment, if you prefer) is not related to money or possessions. Instead, there are three key components of true happiness: relationships (with family and friends), intellectual stimulation (but … Continue reading
“I expected to be in a better place. The golden years have become rusty years.” That was a sobering quote from a retiree in Boston, sharing his real-life experience in a video interview and looking back at some early-life decisions … Continue reading
As a young person, all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. In retirement, all play and no work makes Jack a bored old man. A variety of activities in retirement, including work of some sort, is still … Continue reading
Q. 1. What is the chief end of man? A. Man’s chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy Him forever. That’s from the Westminster Shorter Catechism. And for me, at least, it sums up our purpose as human … Continue reading
How will you spend your time in retirement? My wife is a knitter (she knit the Dale of Norway sweater I’m wearing, based on the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City), so she’s ahead of me: she already has … Continue reading
The greater your desire for immediate gratification, the more likely not so good things will happen: smoking, driving drunk, gambling, and now a new study shows–lower credit scores. Could the Marshmallow Test Be the New Credit Score? | Psychology Today. … Continue reading
Does spending time with family = happiness in retirement? Maybe not as much you might expect, according to a 2010 study from Britain. Many pre-retirees list “spending more time with family” as one of the top priorities for the retirement … Continue reading
Ken Dychtwald has written a very informative book titled “With Purpose: Going From Success to Significance in Work and Life.” I included a quote in this video from former President Jimmy Carter that offers some insight into what’s really important … Continue reading
Probably no less than just about 40 years ago, the stereotypical idea of retirement was sitting in the rocking chair on the front porch in the sunshine. Company pensions and Social Security provided lifetime income and often healthcare as well. … Continue reading
As we grow older and into the retirement years, learning a language and/or learning to play a new musical instrument is one way to keep our mental activity sharp. Not to mention it’s fun. And activities like these may diminish … Continue reading
