Preparing for a long and happy retirement

As with all of life’s transitions, adjusting to retirement takes time. Here are five ways to get started. 

1. 1. Nurture your relationships. Stay connected to the people who matter to you most; for example, by establishing weekly game nights with friends.
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3. 2. Focus on physical and mental health. Keep up with your regular wellness appointments, stay active and get plenty of good sleep.
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5. 3. Get your finances in order. If you need to clarify your retirement income stream, do that now with the help of your financial advisor.
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7. 4. Take up a new hobby. Learn how to paint, speak a new language or play an instrument, or audit a college class.
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9. 5. Give back. Volunteer, donate money or contribute to your community in another way. Giving makes the world a better place for everyone.