RETIREMENT - TO LIVE AND LET LIVE!
Retirement is not a work status, it’s an attitude.
You are retired but
not expired! Make life after retirement pleasant!!
Many people feel unhappy, health-wise and security-wise,
after 60 years of age owing to the diminishing importance given to them and
their opinion. But it need not be so, if only we understand the basic
principles of life and follow them scrupulously. Here are ten mantras to age
gracefully and make life after retirement pleasant.
1. Never say ‘I am aged': There are three ages,
chronological, biological, and psychological. The first is calculated based on
our date of birth; the second is determined by the health conditions and the
third is how old you feel you are. While we don't have control over the first,
we can take care of our health with good diet, exercise and a cheerful
attitude. A positive attitude and optimistic thinking can reverse the third
age.
2. Health is wealth: If you really love your kith and kin,
taking care of your health should be your priority. Thus, you will not be a
burden to them. Have an annual health check-up and take the prescribed
medicines regularly. Do take health insurance cover.
3. Money is important: Money is essential for meeting the
basic necessities of life, keeping good health and earning family respect and
security. Don't spend beyond your means even for your children. You have lived
for them all through and it is time you enjoyed a harmonious life with your
spouse. If your children are grateful and they take care of you, you are
blessed. But never take it for granted.
4. Relaxation and recreation: The most relaxing and
recreating forces are a healthy religious attitude, good sleep, music and
laughter. Have faith in God, learn to sleep well, love good music and see the
funny side of life.
5. Time is precious: It is almost like holding a horse's
reins. When they are in your hands, you can control them. Imagine that everyday
you are born again. Yesterday is a cancelled cheque. Tomorrow is a promissory
note. Today is ready cash — use it profitably. Live this moment.
6. Change is the only permanent thing: We should accept
change — it is inevitable. The only way to make sense out of change is to join
the dance. Change has brought about many pleasant things. We should be happy
that our children are blessed.
7. Enlightened selfishness: All of us are basically selfish.
Whatever we do, we expect something in return. We should definitely be grateful
to those who stood by us. But our focus should be on the internal satisfaction
and happiness we derive by doing good to others, without expecting anything in
return.
8. Forget and forgive: Don't be bothered too much about
others' mistakes. We are not spiritual enough to show our other cheek when we
are slapped in one. But for the sake of our own health and happiness, let us
forgive and forget them. Otherwise, we will be only increasing our BP.
9. Everything has a purpose: Take life as it comes. Accept
yourself as you are and also accept others for what they are. Everybody is
unique and right in his own way.
10. Overcome the fear of death: We all know that one day we
have to leave this world. Still we are afraid of death. We think that our
spouse and children will be unable to withstand our loss. But the truth is no
one is going to die for you; they may be depressed for some time. Time heals
everything and they will carry on.
MY TIPS:
1.
Never give advice unless called for, example,
you can in a forum of your professionals where in you are expected to share your
experience and case studies.
2.
People are if interested, they find the best in
your present but not on your past history.
3.
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