I went through all the ups and downs here and now I'm counting the days until retirement. I thought I would be much happier as I approached retirement, but it happens that I am becoming more nostalgic and a little depressed. Anyone else about to retire?
Although the company now is nothing like it was back when I started working here, there were still great periods at Ford.
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I went out last year. At first, it feels strange. At least for me it took a while to get used not not working. But it’s been good for my health and well-being. I lost 20 pounds so far and instead of sitting at a desk all day I’m using the time to exercise and walk. There are plenty of good books on retirement and good podcasts You don’t need as much money as not driving to work each day saves a lot of money and wear on your vehicle. At some point you have to live your life.
@5qso go away troll!
No Company is the same as it was 30 years ago. Of course Ford has changed. Have you changed or are you the same pig you always were?
3 more years for me.
I've read an article that describes how you handle it depends on how well you accept becoming invisible in society. That truly is what happens. I love it. the freedoms are amazing. If you can let go of having to have a title and business card define you, and care less of what others think of you, it's great. You can be as busy or idle as you want.
@OP. Retirement is a big change. Not only you are "losing" your job, which influences how you and others see yourself, but you are facing the unknown. You may be concerned with having enough money to last you, with having enough health and medical coverage, with being able to make new relationships, with finding new entertainment and happiness.
After 30 years of work, of having an scheduled life around the job, now having all the time in your hands, it feels "weird", but it is just truly liberating. What you are feeling now is the doubts, the resistance to change, where our memories pick the best times and we forget all the miserable times.
Some people never retire, some people find solace in retirement, and others work part time to fill their time and their need of feeling useful. It is up to you which road you take. Maybe you should talk with your family about this, or even get help from a professional. As with other major changes in life (Marriage, children, career options), being mentally prepared can make a big difference.
Good Luck!