Tag: socializing in retirement

  • Retirement Tips for the Golden Years: How Loneliness Affects Health

    I’ll admit, when I first retired and my nest emptied, I thought: “Finally, peace and quiet!” But after a few weeks, I realized something was off. Without the usual chatter at, I actually felt a little bit lonely. It surprised me to learn that loneliness isn’t just a sad emotion – it can be a… Read more

  • Retirement Socializing – How and why to focus on this more

    If you have done any reading at all about the importance of socialization in retirement, you most likely have read that it’s very important for several reasons – better health and longevity, increased happiness overall, and a sure-fire way to beat depression caused by loneliness. While there is a growing body of research suggesting a… Read more