Orlando, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Retirement is supposed to be a time to enjoy life but for many people, it is not all we dreamed it would be. This year alone, more than four million Americans are expected to turn 65 and reach traditional retirement age. While many plan for the financial side of retirement, experts say there’s a risk few people prepare for, losing their sense of purpose. Research shows about one in four adults over 65 is socially isolated, and the CDC reports loneliness in older adults can increase the risk of heart disease by 29 percent and stroke by 32 percent.
From meetings and deadlines to a quiet house and an empty calendar. The moment some people walk away from their job they also walk away from a huge part of who they are.
“A profound shift in identity occurs when people retire,” said Jenna Watson, LMHC, career coach…