How To Manage Stress Easily

Retirement is the time in your life when you can finally throw out the alarm clock and set your own schedule. This new freedom may sound idyllic, but for the millions of adults heading into retirement, it can be a recipe for stress if caution isn’t taken.

Today’s retirees are facing unprecedented challenges: retirement savings reduced by market crashes, increasing health care costs and high rates of divorce. So what can help assure you that you’ll be able to enjoy these peaceful years?

Mapping out a holistic plan for your retirement life, says a wellness expert.

“People think retirement is just a financial decision,” says the Dr.. “But that alone won’t determine happiness. Even if you feel financially secure, there are other issues to consider.” Here’s what the Dr. suggests for a less stressful retirement.

Plan activities with purpose.

How much does your job currently dictate your social interactions and sense of purpose? For many empty nesters, their workplace is where they socialize, engage in stimulating conversations and feel a sense of accomplishment. “It’s easy to focus on how much you will enjoy leaving behind the stress of your job. But you also need to think about the potential social or spiritual void that might be left when you leave,” says the Dr.

In other words, you should plan activities that will replace the stimulation and fulfillment you had from your workplace. Those could include social clubs centered around interests such as cooking, reading or gardening. Volunteer opportunities also abound—check with your local library, schools, art museums or wherever you like working. Or consider teaching either at a school or a college nearby.

Consider continued work.

According to a survey, about 25 percent of retired folks plan to continue working, whether as a volunteer, a part-time employee or a new small-business owner. “I know someone who decided to become an usher at a baseball stadium so he could enjoy all the games,” says the researcher. No matter what you end up doing, don’t wait until you retire to figure it out.

The researcher recommends laying the groundwork at least five years out from your retirement date. A survey of job websites now might help you gauge part-time or consultant opportunities for later.  

Ground yourself in reality.

“Ask yourself if the problems that you are dealing with are real or are imagined and anticipatory,” says the expert. For example, are you stressed because you are having financial troubles, or is it the anticipation of health care expenses that could pop up down the road? Our bodies can’t tell the difference, so we react with the same amount stress. So spend time exploring whether you are experiencing real or imagined stress and develop a stress management plan that will ultimately reduce stress by instilling a sense of control over the situation.

Adjust your stress management style.

When you are stressed, how do you react? Do you go for a run? Reach for a drink? Call your best friend? Gorge on junk food? Head to the mall? Understanding that everyone uses a mixture of healthy and unhealthy stress relievers is the first step toward focusing on healthier options, like exercise, meditation, prayer and social support. “Retirement can be a new chance to really commit to examining how you handle stress,” says the researcher. 

Women, unlike men, don't have retirement age, though they may retire from an office work. As, they keep busy at home cooking, cleaning, washing, grocery shopping and so on. Hence, women have very little time to go in for depression, unless they've lost their partner or divorced.

Men, unlike women ( as what I've seen with most men) are not flexible. They're quite rigid in their views, they don't like to change. Once a man retires, with loads of time hanging on his hands, he feels bored, feels himself to be a burden. Men never easily speak out what is bothering them even to their spouse ! while women easily share their thoughts with their friends, children and spouse.

What is very important to get relief from stress is- be more communicable, flexible, meditate, think of ways to keep your body and mind busy doing what you like the most. Then, you'll be happy. Enjoy your retirement age without stress, by being more cheerful with your spouses, lend a helping hand at home, spend time with friends, spare time for those who have physical problems to cheer them. Do anything that makes you feel happy and feel your life is worthwhile or meaningful.

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