Retirement Series: Preparing emotionally for life’s next chapter: Identity • Purpose • Connection • Health • Resilience

Retirement is often viewed as a time to relax and enjoy greater freedom, but it is also a significant life transition that can bring unexpected emotional and psychological changes. This presentation explores the impact retirement can have on identity, purpose, relationships, routine, and overall mental well-being. Participants will learn about common emotional experiences during and after retirement, including stress, grief, anxiety, loneliness, and adjustment challenges, while also exploring strategies that promote resilience, connection, meaning, and healthy aging. Practical tools for maintaining emotional wellness, social engagement, and life satisfaction in retirement will be discussed.