Who Will You Be in Retirement? Redefining Life After Work
When you picture retirement, what do you see? Lazy mornings on the porch with coffee? Travel adventures you’ve been putting off? Or maybe finally having time for the hobbies you love?
For decades, your career has been a big part of your identity. So when work slows down or stops, many pre-retirees find themselves asking: “Who am I without my job?”
Here’s the good news: retirement isn’t just an ending — it’s a new beginning. Think of it as your chance to build a lifestyle that reflects who you are today, not just who you’ve been.
Ask yourself:
What does an ideal day look like when the alarm clock isn’t in charge anymore?
Who do you want to spend more time with — family, friends, new communities?
What’s been on your bucket list for years that deserves a spot on your calendar?
It’s like moving into the next “season” of your life — kind of how our favorite TV shows grew with us over time. Just like Gen X tuned in each week to see what Friends were up to at Central Perk, you now get to decide what’s on the menu for your next chapter.
The financial side matters, of course — you want security, steady income, and confidence that you won’t outlive your money. But the lifestyle side matters too. Having a clear picture of what retirement looks like for you makes all the planning worthwhile.
