Being faced with retirement is a great thing to look forward to actually. A person works their whole life so that when this time comes they will be prepared for retirement. This time brings a lot of questions to mind including what to do next. If you are accustomed to working how are you going to cope with not working anymore?
Remember, life doesn't have to come to a complete halt just because you are retiring. Actually, a new life can begin if you want it to. Retirement can give you the chance to put in place the skills you have acquired throughout your whole life but now you are in control. Just keep in mind that now you are not so rushed to do so and it can even be done as a form of entertainment, and not under the gun.
If your planning for retirement in advance then you will have the best chance to make the transition smoothly.
Other sources:
Planning for retirement - Kiplinger's
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