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In reply to the discussion: Our neighbor down the street committed [View all]
SouthernDem4ever
(6,618 posts)48. All this talk of going stir crazy after retirement has me baffled
I am finally retired and don't have enough hours in the day - doesn't matter if I'm bored or busy. I can't remember how I did it all when while still working 50 hours a week. Maybe this is a sign of my mental decline but it works for me.
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It's always best to have a plan. Although work right now is getting in the way of them.
Crowman2009
Jan 2024
#25
My grandmother worked after her 5 kids were grown. Retired and then went back to work
Attilatheblond
Jan 2024
#15
Sorry to hear. We can all learn more about mental health. Help is out there. Go for it if you need it. Please.
twodogsbarking
Jan 2024
#9
Yes, last a friend committed suicide. He was a retired policemen who worked for
SharonAnn
Jan 2024
#45
Sorry for Mike and his wife and all of the neighbors including you and your husband May his memories be a blessin to
debm55
Jan 2024
#32