The Changing Face of Retirement

Retirement is being dramatically redefined...and reinvented.

What is happening?

The Boomers and their immediate predecessors are living much longer and much healthier lives. Statistically speaking, at age 50 people now have at least half of their adult lives left to live—and then some. People are calling 60 the new 40. This is the first time in history that a generation has had this kind of bonus time…and society is not yet prepared for all the contributions it can make.

The old definitions of retirement no longer work. Many people need to work well into traditional retirement age. According to AARP, the Boomers desire—and expect—to work during this time. But they, in their pioneering style, want to do it differently; they want to design their lives in their own terms—incorporating work, volunteerism, family, learning, self-care, and leisure—above all, staying active and engaged in their own lives and the lives of their communities. It’s no longer a world of full-time work or total retirement.

What is the Third Age?

Many who study phases of adult development call this time of life The Third Age. This age follows the first phase of adulthood (the Second Age), when establishing career and family are primary. Typically the Third Age is characterized by a major redefinition of roles in the areas of work, family, leisure, and "giving back". The driving ambitions of youth have eased, giving way to a focus on understanding life and devoting oneself more to what really matters. Creativity, spirituality, and individuality increase.

A very fascinating time…a time of challenging and exciting transition.
And a perfect time to consider a coach.

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Please call 617-965-6240 or email connie@thetransitioncoach.com