I Am Retired, Feel I Have No Purpose
2007-10-10 05:00:22 · 6 answers · asked by Mustang 1 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
The same thing happened to me when I stopped working and became a Stay At Home Mom.
You have to find something interests you and get involved. Whether it is socializing, volunteering, reading and posting on the internet, or whatever.
Also, you need to remind yourself that you are NOT a human doing but a human being. Your job doesn't define you. Your character does.
2007-10-10 05:05:37 · answer #1 · answered by Theresa 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In most states colleges for people over 65 are free, I am going back for my BS and Master's in Social Sciences now if you did not want to take that b ig of a leap why don't you take some advanced computer classes, join the local seniors hiking club, re fresh and renew yourself, don't sit back and wait for someone else to amuse you, do it yourself. Your confidence will certainly be renewed once you pass your first test! Good Luck, xx
2007-10-10 05:25:40 · answer #2 · answered by Conrey 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately major life changes such as this do have such an effect but its only as temporary as you allow it to be. Think of all the things you wanted to do but never could because you didn't have the time and energy. Maybe you wanted to learn a new skill? or remodel your house or garden? or help older people less able than yourself? or spend more time perfecting a latent talent? Come on, you know what I am saying is true, start making plans on how you are going to enjoy some of the best years of your life. Believe me there are many people who are highly jealous of you right now.
2007-10-10 05:12:27 · answer #3 · answered by alex s 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Volunteer for something you liked doing BEFORE you retired. Take non-credit, enrichment courses at a local community college or adult night school. Or get a part-time job as a WalMart greeter.
2007-10-10 05:08:15 · answer #4 · answered by Resident Heretic 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Join a group/classes of somesort, when you go shopping sit down and have tea regularly you could meet people here.
2007-10-10 05:20:19 · answer #5 · answered by moonbow 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would suggest getting a hobby, and you do have a purpose, contrary to what you believe
2007-10-10 05:09:24 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋