The Recovery Show
The Recovery Show
Navigating Retirement with Recovery – 418
Navigating Retirement with Recovery – 418
Navigating Retirement with Recovery – 418
Saturday 21st September 2024
Mary H. shares how Al-Anon recovery principles helped her navigate retirement's challenges. Tune in for heartfelt stories and practical advice.
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Episode Overview
- Mary H. shares her unexpected journey into retirement.
- Recovery tools helped her navigate the emotional and practical challenges.
- She discusses the struggle with workaholism and finding balance.
- Insights into financial planning and downsizing are provided.
- The importance of adaptability and self-awareness in retirement is highlighted.
I thought I would just go out and do all those things I'd always wanted to do... but I found a complete disinterest in my hobbies that had previously been delightful
Retirement can be both a thrilling and daunting chapter in life, especially for those in recovery. In this episode of The Recovery Show, Mary H. joins host Spencer to share her journey of retiring while maintaining the principles of Al-Anon recovery. Mary’s story begins with an unexpected mandatory retirement at 65, followed by a rollercoaster of returning to work and finally settling into full retirement.
She reflects on how her recovery tools have helped her navigate these changes and face new challenges head-on. From initially feeling disinterested in hobbies she once loved to discovering new passions, Mary’s experience highlights the importance of adaptability and self-awareness in retirement. Mary also touches on the emotional aspects of leaving a long-term career, particularly the relationships she built with her patients and their families.
Her candid discussion about workaholism and the struggle to find balance in retirement is both relatable and enlightening. The episode also explores practical aspects like financial planning and downsizing, offering listeners valuable insights into preparing for this significant life transition. Mary’s story is a testament to the power of recovery principles in helping us face life’s inevitable changes.
Whether it’s dealing with health issues, adjusting to a new identity post-retirement, or finding joy in unexpected places, her journey is filled with lessons that can benefit anyone on a similar path. So, if you’re curious about how recovery can support you through retirement or any major life change, this episode is a must-listen. It’s a heartfelt conversation that combines practical advice with emotional depth, leaving you with plenty to ponder and apply in your own life.