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Adults are returning to the classroom in record numbers. Mature students are welcomed and encouraged in a variety of settings: after hours at public schools, colleges, universities, trade schools, libraries, museums, televised and internet classes, and various community centers. Educators love the diversity and added experience older students bring to the classroom.
3) Travel
There are so many great places to see on this planet! Travel can be short or long, near or far—it really doesn’t matter—traveling brings great experiences. It takes you out of your normal surroundings and lets you interact with other people, places, and things. Travel can expand your interests. It’s even more enjoyable when combined with writing, photography, or historical research.
Seniors can often purchase discount travel packages. Group tours are good for those who prefer not to travel alone, and a fun way to meet new people or spend time with your family and friends.
4) Reflection
Take time to ponder your life while enjoying nature like watching the sunrise. There’s something spiritual in silence and contemplation. Life can be placed in perspective when you use your freedom to appreciate it and stop to “smell the roses.”
It’s important to keep growing personally, emotionally, and spiritually. Your retirement plans can include establishing the time and opportunity for contemplation.
5) Sports
You’ve learned about the benefits of health and fitness. Participating in various sports and athletic activities during retirement may be a great source of self-fulfillment.
This can include coaching sports and sharing your knowledge and skills with younger people. There is a huge variety of sports to join, like group walking, hiking clubs, aerobics, aqua-aerobics, golf, tennis, bowling, swimming, and ballroom dancing are just a few excellent examples.
Create your own retirement plan
“Live as if you will die tomorrow. Learn as if you will live forever.”
~ Buddhist saying
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