When it comes to our social network, leaving the world of full-time work can be a mixed blessing.
Yes, retirement gives us more time to spend with our close friends and family. But we may find that many casual friendships, built up largely through our work, will fade away. To compensate for this loss we need to work on two strategies: begin to develop social relationships outside of work, and strengthen relationships with those at work so they will continue into retirement.
Developing relationships outside of work requires effort but the good news is that they will be in place when we retire. This may be a time for you to consider getting involved with a volunteer organization ...
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