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In 1991 Billy and Akaisha Kaderli retired at the age
of 38. Now, into their 4th decade of this
financially independent lifestyle, they invite you
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Health and
Happiness, Here Are the Passion Projects You Must Try in
Retirement
Catherine
Huxton
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For those people looking to retire early, there can be a few questions to ask
ourselves. Lots of people love the idea of retiring early, but there are also
enough people who worry that they're not going to have the same sense of
stimulation and/or purpose. This is why we should get into a project-oriented
mindset as we approach our twilight years.
It can make a huge difference in how you view the concept of retirement while
also giving yourself a wealth of opportunities to enhance your life and
well-being. So here are a number of passion projects that you may wish to
consider that can make all the difference:
Renovation Projects
Now you may find yourself in a position where you've got a lot more time to make
those little upgrades to your home. What's important to remember at this point
is that we should be winding down, and therefore, making massive upgrades to our
property may not be feasible and not even practical.
Lots of people look at downsizing in retirement, so choose your projects wisely.
An excellent example is a garage renovation. It's on the ground floor, and now
you are in a position where you may want to pursue specific creative projects.
It is an extra space away from the home that gives you privacy, and there's a
lot more space to play with if you park the car outside.
You can also turn it into an extra room if you insulate it properly and use the
right flooring. This
TrueLock garage
tile design is an excellent type of flooring because it's smooth and
practical, which can withstand a whole heap of physical projects, for example,
if you want to turn your garage into a gym. When it comes to home renovations,
you've got to get that balance right between what is truly achievable and
whether you are making changes to your home for the sake of it, particularly if
you will benefit from the fruit of your labors in a decade's time.
Prioritizing Social Engagement
If there's one thing we need to remember as we get older, it's that we should
spend more time with the people we care about. You may have worked a lot in your
life to the point where you know nothing else. If you thought nothing of working
on a Saturday or even a little bit of work on a Sunday morning, the complete
removal of a structure can be a massive shock to the system. Therefore, social
engagement can help you navigate the trials and tribulations of retirement with
ease.
Spending time with people you care about and, in many ways, getting to know
them all over again can give you a sense of purpose and connection, the latter
being so important for our health and well-being as we get older.
As we progress into retirement, there can be the temptation to withdraw,
especially if we are developing hearing problems or issues with other senses.
You need to double down on your social engagement, not necessarily just by
meeting up with friends, but you can give back to your community in ways that
benefit you. For example, volunteering for local charities or working on your
allotment!
Going Back to School
Lots of people feel they missed out on their education because they went
straight into work, so why not take the opportunity now to learn new skills
while also meeting new people?
Of course, lots of people believe that they've done a lot of learning and just
want to relax, but we've got to be far
more aware of our cognitive decline as we get older, and therefore doing
something that provides those cognitive benefits can make a major difference.
Even if you don't want to learn something new, even a simple game of Sudoku can
help you and also give you something to do with your day.
The Physical Health Solutions
The task of
achieving financial independence in life can be tough, especially for those
people who are working really hard to pay off their mortgage early. Therefore,
this can be to the detriment of your physical health in the long run. If you are
someone who struggles with stress, physical exercise is an excellent remedy.
Now is the perfect time for you to start doing the things that promote your
physical health and mental well-being, whether it's yoga, tai chi, walking,
hiking, or something like gardening. Gardening is an excellent resource that
benefits both physical and mental health, particularly if you want to venture
into the more stereotypical aspects of retirement!
Your passion projects in retirement can shape who you are. It is just about
finding the right ones that you know will benefit yourself in the long run.
About the Authors
Retire
Early Lifestyle appeals to a different
kind of person – the person who prizes their
independence, values their time, and who doesn’t
want to mindlessly follow the crowd.
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