Keith couldn’t wait to retire. He planned to volunteer, golf every day, and travel with his wife. He teased friends who were still “chained to a desk” as he flaunted his coming freedom. Yet, two months after retirement, Keith found it hard to get out of bed or generate energy. He craved the excitement and purpose of the job. He dreaded meeting people who inevitably asked “So, what do you do?” No answer seemed sufficient, and especially not “Well, I’m retired now, but I used to…”
Source: Twelve Steps to Ease Clients into a Happier Retirement
