A few months into an eagerly planned retirement, Martin described the transition as “a seismic shift”.“I thought I had it all figured out,” he said, the frustration evident in his voice. “I’ve been so looking forward to more time in the garden, picking up the guitar again, getting into a fitness routine and planning trips with friends.
”But somehow Martin’s plans haven’t translated into meaningful experiences for him – “I feel quite lost, which is very strange for me…
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