2007-03-04 01:59:41 · 31 answers · asked by paulawis589 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I don't know of tried and tested, because people have different tastes. The retired people I know either start their own business, study or read, get on line and share their wisdom, or to send endless emails to drive others mad, etc. Others volunteer their time, still others sit round and do nothing but curse tele programmes.
It is all what you might like to do, take up art, gardening, or doing in the community.
If I ever retire, I will probably volunteer at a local school or hospital. One need never become knackered of learning, doing and serving others.
Enjoy yourself, you have earned it!
--That Cheeky Lad
2007-03-04 04:47:29 · answer #1 · answered by Charles-CeeJay_UK_ USA/CheekyLad 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I just want to say enjoy your retirement - but do try to keep yourself busy - your mind especially. Perhaps making use of the free transport available and visiting all the places in the UK that you perhaps never had time for. Join a book club also at your local library - you get chatting and find interesting people there. Also have a daily practice on this site - there are several good categories and as I am now in my mid fifties I can recommend all of the above - because its what I do - and I am quite happy and always looking for pastures new.
2007-03-07 13:40:31 · answer #2 · answered by deep in thought 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm retired 3 times, Army, school teacher and social security. I've had a great life. I find involvement in volunteer work (ie;Animal shelter, local red cross, crossing guard, etc) can be very rewarding. And I still have time to fish, read and do all the other things I enjoy. Some retired persons serve as police aides, controling (and writing parking violations) at handicap parking areas. Schools always need volunteers for different functions Girl, you've only just begun. Enjoy.
2007-03-04 10:18:47 · answer #3 · answered by sarge 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Volunteer work. I moved to a small town, joined a new church. I joined together the fact that I like teaching with the fact that they needed a teacher for the children's programs, twice a week.
And I made friends, now go out on a standing visit once a week.
Joined a ceramics group, too. which I really love. Met new people, and I love to make things.
So, am out 4 evenings per week. Home the other 3. For me, that was the right balance.
2007-03-05 22:02:22 · answer #4 · answered by kiwi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a friend that has taken up House Sitting
Apparently there is an international House Sitters organization and she is off to Scotland shortly. Nice to have a quiet job. Get paid for it and be able to travel too....
I think she is on to something here!
There are many volunteer opportunities in any community, start looking at your library and city hall, the YMCA, Red Cross, local school, Literacy Council....lots and lots of stuff to do..
Oh, here is an idea!
Go out and find yourself like all the hippies did in the sixties!
Ask yourself, what made you the happiest when you were a kid...then find a way to do something like that!
I did that with my midlife crisis...and I highly recommend it!!
2007-03-04 10:27:52 · answer #5 · answered by Goddess of Laundry 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Keep you mind active the best way you can. As this is an ageing society there are going to lots more of us living longer lives.
Make sure that your Government spends its money wisely, so be aware of what your local legislature ( US or UK) is doing for older people. Join any local group that gets involved with ensuring that older peoples opinions are listened to and acted on.
In the UK there are groups organized under the Better Government for Older People initiative that get involved with local councils and Health authorities. Anyone can make a difference - believe it!
2007-03-06 17:16:57 · answer #6 · answered by lifesagambol 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've been retired 6 months now and I volunteered to work with kids to help them read better. I do lunch with my friends who are still working, I day trip when weather permits, and plan to visit Florida next month. However, I still have to cook, clean, wash, shop, take care of my aging kitty cat and mom, whew. Now spring is upon us and I will probably be in the yard. I thought I was going to be rested but I am busier retired than I was when I was working but its all good. You'll find your way. I guess its different for men.
2007-03-04 14:22:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Hi.
How about taking up golf? I know there some really stunning golf courses around the world & am sure that there are some good ones in your town,city or area. My dad (currently still working) and some of my guy friends take time out & go on little holidays to play golf or they play either on a saterday on a sunday,there quite a few golf courses here.
Enjoy & goodluck
2007-03-04 11:02:11 · answer #8 · answered by MEHNAZ B 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try and beat the high score for points on answers! my dad has just retired, and after moving and spending a year playing with his new house, he had to get a part time job to relieve the boredom! How ironic eh?
2007-03-04 10:04:19 · answer #9 · answered by CHARISMA 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wow, do I ever envy you. I am 51, still chugging away at work for who knows how long. Here is what I would do. Devote all my time to my hobbies, which are reading, TV and movies, music. I would walk a lot, with my dog and alone. I wouldn't do anything that involves being in a place at a certain time! No mentoring, no volunteer work (unless it is involved in a hobby you love), no parti time job.
2007-03-04 10:44:51 · answer #10 · answered by danashelchan 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋