Posted under Career Management, Career Planning on July 16th, 2007
Considering all the stress people experience in the world of work, you’d think that retiring would make people healthier. Not according to the National Bureau of Economic Research.
Here are some interesting stats I found from the organization:
Surprisingly, complete retirement leads to:
- an 11% decline in mental health
- an 8% increase in illness
- a 23% increase in difficulty performing daily activities over a 6-year period
Of course, working longer is not always the path to better health. If your work is routine, stressful or unchallenging, then it can actually hurt your health.
Looking for the antidote? Find work that is fulfilling.
Have you been thinking about retiring or have you already discovered that days of endless leisure are not for you—but maybe you’re not quite sure what path to take? Then you may want to consider working with a career coach who can help you identify your talents, strengths and interests, which can open the door to a more enjoyable—and healthier—next phase of your life.
Posted by Louise Garver
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