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Retirement could often be seen as the “end of the road,” but that idea may not fit everyone. Your retirement could be a new chapter than a closing one.
While some may choose to move into semi-retirement, mixing part-time work with more free time for their family, hobbies, or travel. Others could explore second careers, sometimes in completely different fields they’ve always been curious about. And many may use the time to volunteer, start passion projects, or dive into creative pursuits they didn’t have time for before.
Some may see retirement as a chance to stay active and engaged rather than stepping away completely. Retirement isn’t necessarily an ending; it could be an opportunity to reinvent oneself.
Why should this matter?
While reaching your destination of retirement, you may ask yourself, what now? Finding your purpose and having the freedom to do so, allows you the flexibility to design a schedule catered to you. Not only will you have flexibility with your schedule but with your growth too. What are some things you would like to try? Traveling to a new place, starting your own business, or slowing down with intention, think of something you will find fulfilling. Some of your ideas could potentially be a way to supplement your income as well as keeping you energized and financially flexible. Get excited, this could be a fresh chapter for you. Having a right mindset could help ease your process.
At the end of the day, retirement may not be the end of your story, it could be the start of a brand-new one. What might your next chapter look like?
Sources:
Payroll Integrations, 6 Big Retirement Trends to Watch in 2025
The Times, Thousands of over-50s are choosing to embark on a second career in an entirely new field
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