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 […]
Retirement is no longer the passage to old age
On November 16th, 2021 I created the first edition of Rethink Retirement on LinkedIn. At this time, I was preparing for my viva and I wanted to be able to discuss with my examiners how I was sharing my research. And tomorrow, issue 87 will be published. Issue 1 was – Retirement is no longer […]
Countdown to launch
I’ve been nudged into doing more ‘socials’ in the lead up to the publication of Rethinking Retirement. Post something every day to at least one site I’m told. I’m opting for LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter (sorry X!). 73 days till my book goes on sale Each day I’ll share something of my marketing, or an […]
Around the age of 60 you are considering your future …
Around the age of 60 you are considering your future. Wanting to know – do I stay in my current work, find something different or make a more radical change? Not easy decisions to make when you are seen as successful. In the back of your head is the voice that says – is this […]
Old age isn’t what it used to be – The changing views of ageing
The make up of the population is changing with an increasing number of people in later life. The western world is moving to a point where there will be more people aged over 65 than under 18. My generation (I was born in 1957) are more active and are rethinking retirement (my book with that […]
The Young-Olds: A New Dawn for Ageing
“Challenging age stereotypes: Dive into the vibrant world of the ‘Young-Olds’, those aged between 60-75 who are reshaping how we think about aging. Rejecting traditional labels, the young-olds are embracing an active, purposeful, and impactful phase of life, setting the stage for future generations. Let’s move beyond terms like ‘elderly’ and ‘boomer’ and celebrate the […]
The Age Illusion: How Older Adults Redefine Aging and Life Milestones
Am I old now …. I will never be an old man. To me, old age is always 15 years older than I am. – Francis Bacon We each have our own views on this, but it is also useful to see what research has found. A study looking at: ‘Age Differences in Age Perceptions […]