While speaking at seminars about preparing for retirement I’ve often heard people saying things like “I’ll be happy when I retire” and “when I give up work I’ll be happy”. Unfortunately if they don’t think they’ll be happy until they retire, they’ll probably be disappointed […]
Our health is something most of us spend our whole lives taking for granted, however as we age we become more acutely aware of just how fragile our good health is. One of the aspects of our general health and wellbeing that most seniors find […]
We may think that seniors are far calmer and more together than stressed out, neurotic younger people. However, mental health issues can become more of a concern as we grow older. Research shows that mental health can plunge following retirement. Retirement is a transitional time during which […]
Have you noticed how some people spend a lot of their time looking and sounding happy while others appear miserable most days of the week? Happiness is not something that falls out of the sky and lands on some lucky people and not others. If […]
Where you are going to live when you finish full time employment? This is a very important question and the answer can have a major impact on the rest of your life. There is no “right” answer, it’s a matter of finding out what works […]
It all depends on whether you have a plan. One of the most dangerous myths about retirement is that it’s all about having enough money. Not only is this misleading, but it causes a lot of people unnecessary grief. I’m not saying that saving and […]
The couch surfing concept has come a long way since its humble and free beginnings. The explosion of the internet and the subsequent advent of websites like Airbnb mean that as travellers, we have more accommodation options at this moment in history than ever before, […]
Move your body: One of the best brain exercises is physical exercise. The most physically active people have the lowest risk of cognitive decline. Exercise increases blood flow to your brain, can stimulate the birth of new brain cells, and strengthens the connections between pre-existing […]
Joining a book club after retirement could extend your life just as much as doing weekly exercise. Dr Niklas Steffens and Dr Tegan Cruwys of The University of Queensland School of Psychology have published findings that indicate social groups are vital to longevity and wellbeing. […]
“A Holistic Guide to a Happy Retirement” is all about enjoying this new stage of your life to the fullest.