tmm99
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I had (and I still have to a degree) fear that I would be bored if I wasn't working. I don't socialize much outside of work because I am usually too tired to do anything once I get home on weekdays, and on weekends, I spend doing chores (plus some hobbies which do not involve other people), so unless I have a three day weekend, I really don't have the energy to do much. I took a week off one time without planning any big trips and kind of hung out and I couldn't believe the amount of energy I had. I totally perked up ! That kind of gave me hope; that if I wasn't working, I would have more energy (and time) to want to do things.
My mom is 83 years old and when I tell her I am so busy, she says she is envious; she says she has to make an effort to keep her mind occupied. (She worked until she was in her early 70's - willingly). She says she doesn't feel as productive or contributing to society. And she gets bored when life becomes too mundane. Maybe semi-retired is the way for me... somewhere between nothing to do and too much to do.
I shall see how I feel when I get there...
My mom is 83 years old and when I tell her I am so busy, she says she is envious; she says she has to make an effort to keep her mind occupied. (She worked until she was in her early 70's - willingly). She says she doesn't feel as productive or contributing to society. And she gets bored when life becomes too mundane. Maybe semi-retired is the way for me... somewhere between nothing to do and too much to do.
I shall see how I feel when I get there...