Understanding Personality Traits
Retirement adjustment can be studied using personality theory, which offers insights into behaviour and subjective experiences. The ‘Big Five’ factors – openness to experience, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism – are commonly used to measure personality traits. These traits encompass various behaviours and motivations. Research has found that high conscientiousness, agreeableness, and low neuroticism, particularly […]
Sharing retirement ‘snacks’
This time I wanted to share some ‘snacks’ related to my retirement research. The Cheltenham Book Launch Party This took place 2-3 weeks ago. It was a celebration with people I know. Some well, some less so. It was more intimate and personal than the online launch. A friend did the filming, and I’d love […]
What is your (non-financial) legacy
Many people think legacy is meant for those who have a lot of money and are known as philanthropists. Or they are people such as Martin Luther King and Mother Teresa, activists and saints doing important work. But we can all leave a legacy. Whilst we are likely to leave money to family and other […]
Beyond the Job Title: Rediscovering Identity and Purpose in Retirement
Entering a period of retirement there are many different views. Some people have got jaded by their work and can’t wait to leave. Others have it forced up on them, they are perhaps a partner in a consultancy firm and it’s written that they leave at 60. Others will feel the time is right, the […]
How retirement can affect self-esteem
How retirement can affect self-esteem This time I wanted to share a small aspect of my research. Retirement is not a single event, but a process over time. It also means that we begin to be affected by this event as we prepare and then transition to retirement. For most older people retirement is not […]
From Midlife to Milestones: Navigating a Century of Opportunities
My main focus is on the retirement transition, but we can also consider our future earlier, around midlife. With children born today likely to live to 100, there is much talk of the 100-year life. So around 50 we move into the second half of life. The Government have been talking about Midlife MOTs, I’ve […]
Redefining Retirement: Embracing Purposeful Roles and Inspiring Change
Retirement, although a widely used term, may not resonate with everyone. However, it’s time to redefine its meaning and embark on a new journey. Instead of simply stating your job title, let’s explore the comprehensive value you bring. Embrace the opportunity to inspire others with your passions and interests. If you’re seeking alternatives to the […]
Retirement Horizons: Embracing a World of Possibilities and Paths
Are you ready to embark on a new chapter in your life? Retirement doesn’t have to mean the end of excitement and fulfilment. It’s time to explore the possibilities and embrace a vibrant and active lifestyle. Let’s discover some inspiring alternatives that will ignite your passion and drive you towards a fulfilling future: 1. Embrace […]
Should we scrap retirement?
I contributed to an article in Platinum Magazine Once upon a time, your golden years were fixed firmly in the cultural psyche as a life stage when, after decades of work, you could finally relax into retirement. Older, of course, but no longer having to brave the daily commute or answer to a demanding boss. […]
Why do you say that you are too old? It’s the transition not our age that we need to consider
So much of life is a transition, I’ve spent 3 years focused on the transition from full-time work and have both research evidence and practical experience that people will have thoughts on what they can, and can’t do, based on age. It is not true that our capacity to learn diminishes with age. Yes, we […]