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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]That’s a tough one that I’ve been worrying about for some time. I’m still working but I’m not far from retirement. I ask retired people what they do but it’s all dull stuff.

I’m not interested in golf, cruises and traveling just to entertain myself like a kitten with a ball of yarn. I’m not sure how to find a sense of purpose and not to feel like I’m just treading water until I die. I like my job a lot so I’m not looking forward to retirement. [/quote]

It's great that you know yourself. You need to cling to your job like a limpet or find another job after this one. People react to retirement freedom differently. My father couldn't find an occupation, and is now consumed with hypochondria and has become pretty much shut-in - it's sad. My uncle was able to do consulting work for many years after being pushed out of his company, and has a volunteer forestry gig that keeps him active and outdoors. He had to find his footing though, and dithered for a year or two after his forced retirement. My husband retired early and keeps himself happy with his outdoor hobby, cooking and looking after the kids.

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