After decades of defining themselves through careers or family responsibilities, retirees may experience a sense of loss when these roles shift. Hobbies allow individuals to rediscover their identity and cultivate new passions. Whether it’s gardening, painting, or joining a book club, hobbies give retirees a sense of accomplishment and direction.
Why Hobbies Are Vital in Retirement
While we may dream about the day when we can hang up our 9-to-5 workdays, those days consist of quite a bit of free time (roughly seven hours of leisure time after sleep and daily chores). However, embracing hobbies are a great way to boost physical and mental health.