Retirement

Retirement can a difficult passage to negotiate. Retirement is often synonymous with “freedom to do what I want”. For many, however, it also means limitations, losses, financial fears, and worries about how to stay healthy and leave family members unburdened. The very freedom that creates joy for many can be imprisoning emotionally and socially for others. Without the routine of work, people lose structure, social interactions, a sense of purpose, loss of professional identity, loss of income, and loss of lifestyle. For some, too much time on their hands leads to anxiety and depression. In couples, the extra time together could be positive or negative depending upon the level of intimacy in the relationship all along.

If you or someone you know is struggling to deal with retirement, the Counseling Center can help. To request a confidential session Contact Us.