by Dr Denise Taylor | Apr 13, 2023 | Retirement, Self-Understanding
A meaningful life can be defined as a life that has a sense of purpose, fulfilment, and significance. It is a life that is lived according to one’s values, passions, and beliefs, and one that contributes to the well-being of oneself and others. What makes life...
by Dr Denise Taylor | Apr 6, 2023 | Elderhood, Retirement
My mum has recently turned 90, she is now old-old. She is still living independently with the help of carers who come and help. This is as much for conversation and companionship; her husband and 2 long term relationships have all died and she feels lonely. In the...
by Dr Denise Taylor | Aug 1, 2022 | Ageism, Health & Wellbeing, Retirement
Research from the Sloan Centre on Aging & Work at Boston College has found that when older adults are actively engaged in work, care-giving, education and volunteering, that all these activities support our well-being. They also provides us with a sense of meaning...
by Dr Denise Taylor | Jun 27, 2022 | Retirement
I regularly read academic papers to ensure there is an evidence base to the work I do with my clients and what I share with the wider community. An article published in the past year – Work after retirement affects elderly mental health and behaviors in Addis...
by Dr Denise Taylor | Mar 2, 2022 | Retirement
It was so much easier in years gone by. Most people retired at 60 or 65. So you had a fixed date to focus on and this gave you time to get ready. With the removal of the fixed retirement age, and with managers and HR reticent to discuss its all a bit vague. Some...
by Dr Denise Taylor | Feb 23, 2022 | Retirement, Turning 60
We can’t separate out ageing from retirement, we are getting older and moving into a different life phase. When young we can’t imagine getting old and focus on the negative, but there are plenty of positive things about ageing. Here are 7 and I’d love to hear from...
