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The "R" word

4/15/2019

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By Ellen Dudney
(Ellen served with the Pregnancy Resource Clinic in Springfield from 2008 through 2018, beginning as a Nurse Manager, then leading as Executive Director from 2011-2018.)

Yes, Virginia, there is life after the working!
I do not like the word “retirement”. It focuses on things ending, but it says nothing about the future. And, it makes me sound old – which I most certainly am not! 
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How about if we call it “transition” instead. After all, I’m still the same person, with the same skills, interests, and passions – I’ll just be pursuing these in a different way, as will you.
The following Transition Tips have helped me to focus on the future and living well with purpose:
  • Start thinking about and reading about your transition before it’s upon you. (John Piper’s Don’t Waste Your Life, and Wm. Vanderbloemen’s Next were helpful for me).
  • Talk to your spouse. You might schedule a weekly date to go out to dinner and talk with each other about how things will change when you transition. What will you do together? What will you do separately? Plan and prepare!
  • Keep a sense of humor! It’s much better if you and your spouse can laugh about situations where you are “getting in each other’s way”!
  • Spend time with your family and friends. Personal relationships are the true treasures of life. Increased flexibility of time allows many opportunities for investing in your relationships.
  • Give of yourself. Live with purpose and give to others. Volunteer at your favorite charity, at church, or just seek ways you can help individuals in need.
  • Stay active. Make some form of exercise a part of most days, and commit to it just like you did your job – whether you go the gym or walk the neighborhood, you will feel better and be able to do more. (Suggested reading: Crowly & Hodge’s, Younger Next Year.)

As for me, I am finding blessings in more family time, volunteering at the Pregnancy Resource Clinic, serving in ministry at my church, catching up on household projects, and having time for exercise, crafting projects and travel! My husband and I laugh with each other, and treasure this time!

“Don’t Waste Your Life” is my mantra as I make decisions for how I will live. These are the best years yet! They can be yours too!
1 Comment
Lisa Garvin
4/16/2019 07:22:40 pm

Very good advise Ellen. Can’t wait to get there!

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