Luxury retirement villages in Essex: finding purpose in retirement
Retirement is a monumental phase in life that the majority of us can’t wait for! Having worked hard your whole life, it’s the time to relish not having to be somewhere at a certain time, taking stock and most of all, enjoying a low maintenance lifestyle, which is especially true if you’re thinking of relocating to luxury retirement villages in Essex.
This being said, retirement does mean a dramatic shift in routine and priorities and in many instances, we realise that we’re not as equipped as we thought to deal with this sudden change. Struggling with purpose upon retirement is a common conception that many over 55s experience. In this week’s blog, Burnham Waters discuss the importance of finding purpose in retirement and the steps you can take to ensure you’re fulfilled when the time comes.
Take time to reflect
Retirement is all about having the time to do the things that bring you joy. It’s important that you periodically take stock and reflect on where you’re at. This way, you’re always aligned with what you want from this stage of your life.
We suggest starting with a loose plan of action month to month. Although one of the main benefits of retirement is the freedom, it’s also where the struggles can begin. Setting achievable personal objectives is a great way to ensure you’re keeping your mind and body engaged, especially as you adjust to retirement lifestyle. This doesn’t have to be anything extreme either; simply a small list of personal goals, or monthly jobs that need doing is enough! For example, tending to the plants, the weekly food shop or scheduling in time to see family. Having a loose agenda to refer to helps to keep you on track with what you want to achieve.
Find a new hobby
Life doesn’t just come to a halt as we get older. It’s important that we continue to challenge ourselves and exercise our brain to learn new things. Afterall, new skills open up new opportunities! It’s the perfect time to learn something new, or even re-ignite an old passion! Often, it’s actually not having the time to do activities which stops us from achieving our goals in the first place, so utilise this time to find something that makes you tick, go out there and do it!
Use reflection time to identify some areas you’d love to try but have never had the opportunity to. Perhaps that’s macrame, baking or joining a regular book club. Luxury retirement villages in Essex are a great way to discover new things about yourself. At Burnham Waters, we will have a vast weekly agenda, full of activities and new experiences to try your hand at, all within a safe and supportive community.
Keep active
Keeping active is fundamental to encouraging a sense of purpose upon retirement. Knowing that you are looking after yourself results in a sense of accomplishment; exercise also instantly boosts your mood. To be healthy means taking care of both your mental and physical health. Did you know that just 20 minutes of exercise a day can dramatically improve your health, keep you mobile and feeling good!
Getting outside is also a fantastic way to improve your overall wellbeing. A short walk outdoors will boost serotonin levels, allow a change of scenery and encourage connection to the natural world. The scenic, landscaped gardens surrounding our community are a countryside haven, complete with a tranquil lake walking route.
We believe an active and social lifestyle is one of the fundamental keys to purpose and fulfilment upon retirement. Luxury retirement villages in Essex can help to support you in these ways.
Stay connected
It goes without saying that a strong social network only makes life better; adding a sense of meaning and belonging to enhance our day-to-day. Whether you have a great social circle, or are looking to make acquaintances, immersing yourself within the local community is a great way to make new connections with like-minded people.
Luxury retirement villages in Essex encourage residents to enjoy each other’s company. The beauty of senior living communities is that you can get involved with as much or as little as you want to, however, the companionship can make a real difference to life after retirement. At Burnham Waters, there’s always a new venture to explore to with newfound familiars, from walking groups to daily coffee mornings, it’s easy to stay connected and schedule in time to get out and about. View our full list of facilities here.
Get in touch
Taking the time to consider what you want out of the next chapter in life is extremely important. Luxury retirement villages in Essex can offer all the tools to ensure that you are comfortably fulfilled in this next stage.
Choosing to live as part of an integrated community for over 55’s upon retirement can offer the support you need to feel inspired and thrive physically and mentally. With a huge variety of creative, active and social opportunities, living at Burnham Waters offers the strong foundation of community-based independence to encourage purpose upon retirement.
If you would like to hear more about our new build retirement bungalows, you can contact us today! Simply send us an email info@burnhamwaters.co.uk, or contact our sales team on 01621 861559. We look forward to hearing from you!
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