Have you ever talked to someone who was thinking of retiring? Some people act like retirement is like accepting a death sentence. For some people, the work ethic is so strong that the idea of not working is frightening and causes a lot of stress. This article delves into some strategies to help you in coping with retirement transition.
You cannot get away from the truth that everybody is maturing and aging. Retirement period will come whether we like it or not. It is not easy to give up parts of our daily routines. Athletes or sports people are not exempted to this stage change.
There are two types of retirement for sports people. One of these is the normal and unavoidable end of your lengthy and rewarding profession. This means that you take the fame and honor you achieved during your stay in the business. This is also where self-respect comes in. The other type always tends to be very untimely. Monetary constraints, injuries, or casting away may be the reason of untimely retirements. These are things that a sports person like you has no hand. This type is always unplanned.
Self-esteem issues can contribute to the difficulties faced. A sporting career produces many regular rewards and feedback that are not found in everyday non-sporting life. Many of them miss on the everyday commitment, improving on things and the constant reminder creating this positive driving force that they were accustomed to.
Premature retirement is more painful. It also extends into elongated healing periods. This is the point that "ifs" and other "I should haves" occur. This is also the stage where you need to consider your health and body capacity. Retiring prematurely will give you the chance to reflect that people have different aptitudes, skills and destinies.
Another way to cope with this shock is to ease into it slowly. Continue to work in your profession, but at a reduced pace. It may be possible to work part-time or do some consulting that may make your transition out of the work force a success. Years ago, I had a friend who retired, but continued to come to work as if he was still part of the company.
Make a plan to travel (even if it is only locally) and spend more time with family and friends or doing whatever you want. You can enjoy getting to know your grandchildren better and maybe being a kid with them for an afternoon as well. The idea is to get out of the house and start doing something. If you are looking for work, set aside some time to plan for your life after retiring.
Besides having new goals and a coach, the important key to successful transition is identity. When you learn more about the mindset, you realized that your identity was wrapped in being a sportsperson and as long as that remained, you will always be floated back to your sport. Once you learn to identify yourself as something new - like a business person and entrepreneur, it will easy to change your actions, your results and therefore your life. What new identity can the athlete take on to ensure success along a new pathway? It's not the end of the journey. You still have to plant the seeds of your inner interests. Let them grow!
You cannot get away from the truth that everybody is maturing and aging. Retirement period will come whether we like it or not. It is not easy to give up parts of our daily routines. Athletes or sports people are not exempted to this stage change.
There are two types of retirement for sports people. One of these is the normal and unavoidable end of your lengthy and rewarding profession. This means that you take the fame and honor you achieved during your stay in the business. This is also where self-respect comes in. The other type always tends to be very untimely. Monetary constraints, injuries, or casting away may be the reason of untimely retirements. These are things that a sports person like you has no hand. This type is always unplanned.
Self-esteem issues can contribute to the difficulties faced. A sporting career produces many regular rewards and feedback that are not found in everyday non-sporting life. Many of them miss on the everyday commitment, improving on things and the constant reminder creating this positive driving force that they were accustomed to.
Premature retirement is more painful. It also extends into elongated healing periods. This is the point that "ifs" and other "I should haves" occur. This is also the stage where you need to consider your health and body capacity. Retiring prematurely will give you the chance to reflect that people have different aptitudes, skills and destinies.
Another way to cope with this shock is to ease into it slowly. Continue to work in your profession, but at a reduced pace. It may be possible to work part-time or do some consulting that may make your transition out of the work force a success. Years ago, I had a friend who retired, but continued to come to work as if he was still part of the company.
Make a plan to travel (even if it is only locally) and spend more time with family and friends or doing whatever you want. You can enjoy getting to know your grandchildren better and maybe being a kid with them for an afternoon as well. The idea is to get out of the house and start doing something. If you are looking for work, set aside some time to plan for your life after retiring.
Besides having new goals and a coach, the important key to successful transition is identity. When you learn more about the mindset, you realized that your identity was wrapped in being a sportsperson and as long as that remained, you will always be floated back to your sport. Once you learn to identify yourself as something new - like a business person and entrepreneur, it will easy to change your actions, your results and therefore your life. What new identity can the athlete take on to ensure success along a new pathway? It's not the end of the journey. You still have to plant the seeds of your inner interests. Let them grow!
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