More thoughts on how to avoid social isolation when you retire. Retirement gives you the time and flexibility to be more present in your children’s and grandchildren’s lives. Attending important events, hosting family gatherings, or simply offering to help out in small ways can nurture a stronger connection. Grandparents can also be an important source […]

A while back, I read the blog “Pearls of Wisdom” by Caree Recover, where she talks about being retired for 10 years. I have a clock on my blog that counts the days, hours, and minutes since I retired. Actually, I have two clocks: one marks my official retirement, and the other tracks my true […]

 Are you among the many Canadian seniors who cherish the idea of staying in your own home for as long as possible? It’s a sentiment shared by a growing number of individuals, with Canadians now living longer lives, some even reaching the remarkable age of 100! According to recent data from the Office of the […]

Yesterday I posted some struggles that we may have when we retire, they were meant to be humourous. Today I want to look at some serious retiree struggles: Adjusting to a new routine: Saying goodbye to the daily work grind can be a significant adjustment. However, it’s an opportunity to create a new, flexible routine […]

I was reading abut two studies that will help seniors live longer. Here is a quick summary of them and my ideas as to whether they would be accepted by seniors in North America. The Blue Zones study conducted by National Geographic and author Dan Buettner identified five regions around the world where people tend […]

After retiring, the daily grind of commuting, meeting deadlines, working for a demanding boss, and adhering to a strict nine-to-five schedule may come to an end. However, it does not necessarily mean that one’s life will be free of stress and anxiety. While workplace stress can take a serious toll on one’s health, especially when […]

The idea of “Working for FUN” as a retirement theme is fascinating. Retirement often comes with slowing down, relaxing, and not having to work. However, I would like to suggest that this approach to retirement is counterproductive and can lead to a boring life and a premature death. Instead, we need to remember that retirement […]

 Musings on a Sunday  There are a lot of active seniors. Retirement has been the next best thing for them. And, what they like about retirement is they can do what they want to do when they want to do it! No more alarm clocks, no more early morning or late night meetings. The flexibility […]

First up, it’s important to note that women live around 4.7 years longer than men. This means that women need to plan for a longer retirement period compared to men. But don’t worry, with careful financial planning, women can ensure they have enough savings and income to support their retirement goals and cost of living. […]

Getting employees engaged with their pension investments can have several benefits for both employees and employers. When employees understand the importance of saving for retirement and actively engage with their pension investments, they are more likely to be financially prepared for retirement. This can reduce stress and improve the overall well-being of employees. Employers who […]