The Changing Landscape of Connection The need to maintain social connections with other people is lifelong and never static. Maintaining connections becomes even more crucial as we get older. The Harvard Study of Adult Development, a groundbreaking research project spanning decades, has uncovered a profound truth: relationships are the cornerstone of human happiness and health.…
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Are you thinking of traveling abroad but aren’t sure where to go? We can help! Travel is one of the most popular activities among retirees. In addition to visiting family and friends, many retirees are interested in travel for a change of scenery, to experience new cultures and cuisines, for relaxation, and for physical and…
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Supporting our children, regardless of their age, is one of our most crucial responsibilities as parents, and, arguably, one of our biggest sources of happiness. The love and support we give our children has a life-long effect. As our children grow, the way we provide emotional and practical support evolves, but we still keep the…
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“What do you want to be when you grow up?” You were probably asked this when you were a child. My answer changed at least a dozen times as I was growing up. I had no idea, really, but I felt like the world was a wide-open field, ready for me to explore. Later, in…
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“Should I consider relocating in retirement?” This is a question many retirees are asking themselves. Although many people choose to move to smaller homes or less expensive areas after retirement, an increasing number of older adults are aging in place. Just 3.6% of people born between 1931 and 1941 sell their homes when they reach…
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Are you thinking of starting a new business after you retire? If so, you’re not alone. More than half of American small business owners are 50 or over. Starting and running a business comes with challenges, but it can be rewarding for active retirees who want to bring in income while serving their communities. Although…
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Do you have a retirement plan? If you have one, you’ll probably enjoy a happy and fulfilling retirement. If not, you likely won’t. What is a retirement plan? Put simply, it’s an agenda for what you will do each day. We know … you retired so you could get AWAY from agendas. Retirement means freedom,…
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You’re retired, or you will be soon. Congratulations! But did you know retirement could kill you? We’re just kidding. Well, not entirely. Studies have found a connection between retirement and an early demise: a study of 5,422 Americans found those who’d retired were 40% more likely to have a heart attack or stroke over 10…
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Are you ready for retirement? What if you’re ready but your spouse is not, or vice-versa? This happens a lot: a survey found that for about half of couples, the husband and wife retire more than two years apart. Most often, it’s the wife who retires earlier: the average age at retirement in 2016 was…
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How long will your retirement last? No one can know, although there are calculators such as the Social Security life-expectancy calculator that can help give you an estimate. But people are living longer than before. Retirees are significantly underestimating their life expectancy, surveys find. Someone who retires at age 65 can expect to live to 85,…
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