People getting ready for retirement focus most intently on their finances. However, having enough money to live comfortably in their senior years doesn’t always guarantee true contentment.
Studies have shown that gaining real satisfaction depends on seven positive habits.
First and foremost is to stay well by embracing a healthy lifestyle. Part of that relies on forging strong social connections with family and friends to avoid loneliness and isolation.
After leaving the workplace, seniors find a need to continue having a sense of purpose. Volunteering and mentoring activities can provide that. A related habit is to never stop learning. Retirement provides free time to pursue new interests and hobbies.
Aging can be challenging, but teaching your brain to be and stay optimistic helps meet those challenges. Optimism depends in some measure on being mindfully grateful for all you’ve experienced and what you now have.
Many seniors find peace and contentment in having a pet to provide companionship and to care for. A furry or feathered friend helps reinforce a sense of purpose and optimism.
Your Retirement Years Should Be Worry-Free
Extra income provides more flexibility to enjoy retirement. Here at Council of Seniors, we know getting Congress to pass The SAVE Benefits Act will help that. This bill is needed to make up for the Social Security cost of living adjustments (COLAs) in recent years that were inadequate. If this bill passes, $581 will be returned to seniors who qualify.
Signing our petition today is one step you can take to help.
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