10 things to do as you begin your over-50 transition
- Pay attention to things that appeal to you, rather than just the “should-dos.”
- Identify the intrinsic things at work that are truly important to you and those you can do without.
- Give yourself permission to take unscheduled time for dreaming and exploring lots of options.
- Challenge assumptions about what it means to be over 50.
- Stay flexible. Make plans, but be prepared to toss them aside.
- Get a realistic picture of your finances and plan accordingly.
- Accept that you are likely to feel anxiety and stress. Use them to grow and learn.
- Let go of unrealized career fantasies and regrets. They are stumbling blocks to moving forward.
- Ignore chirpy, 10-things-you-can-do-to-overcome-anxiety advice. There are no quick fixes for getting through the process.
- Don’t go there alone. Get together with others who are grappling with the same questions you have.
From Smart Women Don’t Retire–They Break Free.
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