Retirement coach

BbqNut

BbqNut

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Has anyone used a retirement coach before retiring? Not speaking of a financial coach. Just a retirement coach for the best transition to the next phase of life.
 

I've used a business coach before. There are so many aspects of retirement I was wondering if anyone has had success with this type of life coach.
 
My retirement Couch has given me great support over the last 13 years!
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Hmmmm. I actually would welcome a retirement coach.

As I ponder/plan for retirement, it becomes more clear to me that I am used to working, I have 95% of my companionship and intellectual stimulus (at least from people) at work, and I am not very good at having down time, especially for an extended period.

I am socially awkward and don't have the knack of being part of a social setting easily.

I have to work on my social skills if I'm going to have a good retirement and discover how to find activities that I really enjoy. I need to learn how to get along with people when it's a social setting where I am not the skilled professional everyone is looking up to, such as my current work (nurse) but on equal footing. I get on well with all kinds of people in a work/medical situation and flounder when it's just social.

So I guess it's a good thing retirement is still years away. If a retirement coach actually surfaces, point him/her in my direction =)
 
Aunt Bea said:
It makes me sad that such a thing even exists.

Talk to a few kids about summer vacation they'll help you get the hang of it.

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Why would that make you sad? There are all kinds of coaches out there. If it's an area you are less sure of and could use help or support, I don't know why that would be a bad thing. You get coached by financial planners, supervisors, sports, life business etc. Retirement is pretty important. Why not get some help if you want or need it.
 
fmdog44 said:
How can there be a retirement coach when he or she is employed as a coach?
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I guess the same way anyone gets coached. Why can't someone coach someone else if they are not retired? Or maybe they are retired and they want to help others retire well.
 
"Retirement Coach." HAHA.
Isn't that like a tooth brushing coach?

Now.....I've never barbequed, so if I wanted to learn, I'd need a coach.
 
I retired in my early 50's.. did not need a coach for the transition. There were so many challenges in my life, I felt it was time. I can understand why you may want a coach. For some it is not an easy transition. Ponder over it and want to make sure you are making the right decision. @Bdqnut My question to you would be have you put a plan in place as to what the next chapter of your life looks like after retirement?
 
Retirement affects everyone differently. Those who make the transition with minimal disruption are those who recognize that they will someday need to retire, and plan for it ahead of time....especially from a financial aspect. If a person enjoys their job, and the interaction with others, it can be a bit difficult to suddenly not have to go to work, and not be around those you've worked with for years.

If a person needs a "retirement coach", they should consider finding one when they are in their 30's or 40's. Waiting until the retirement day comes just insures that the transition Will be difficult. There is ample data about what it takes to have a decent retirement, and younger people would be well advised to do their own research....well in advance.

The basics, IMO, consist of taking care of health, being debt free, and building a decent "nest egg". If a person can retire with minimal financial concerns, and their health is good enough to enjoy doing what they want, retirement is good.
 
I basically joined here for hunting retirement options and Ideas... Not really a coach, But you can gain insight from what other folks have experienced.
 

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