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How to avoid growing bored in retirement F
rom the moment young men and women first walk into the office for their first day as a working professional until the day they officially retire, the notion of planning for retirement is never far from their minds. But when the day to hang up the briefcase and donate all those business suits arrives, some retirees wonder what to do next. Some retirees know exactly how they will spend their days when they no longer have to work, while others who decide to play it by ear may find themselves battling boredom.
For those among the latter group, it’s important to understand that many retirees find themselves bored once they no longer have to focus on a career. Jobs keep men and women busy and provide a sense of purpose in their lives, so it’s understandable that retirees feel bored once those jobs are no longer a part of their lives. But just because you no longer have an office to go to every day does not mean life cannot be as fulfilling or even more fulfilling than it was when you were still working. You just need to find something to avoid succumbing to retirement boredom.
• Work part-time. Though it might seem odd to start working right after you retire, a part-time job can provide the type of structure you have grown accustomed to without all of the responsibility that comes with a full-time career. Part-time jobs can range from consultancy work that makes use of your professional experience to something entirely different like landscape maintenance at a nearby golf course that gets you out of the house and enjoying the warmer seasons. Whichever you choose, make sure it’s something you find fun and interesting.
• Embrace a new hobby. Working professionals often say they wish they had time to pursue a hobby. Now that you are retired, you have all the time in the world to do just that. Whether it’s perfecting your golf game, writing that novel, learning to cook like a gourmet chef or whatever else you might have always wanted to do, retirement is a great time to do it. • Get in shape. If retirement boredom has started to negatively affect your mood, one great way to conquer your boredom and improve your mood at the same time is to start exercising.
Embracing a new hobby is one way for recently retired men and women to avoid growing bored during retirement. Exercise is a natural mood enhancer. When the body exercises, it releases chemicals knowns as endorphins, which trigger positive feelings in the body. In addition, regular exercise has been shown to reduce stress, boost self-esteem and improve sleep. Working out at a gym also is a great way to meet fellow retirees in your community, and the energy you have after exercising may give you the boost you need to pursue other hobbies. • Volunteer. If a part-time job is not up your alley, then consider volunteering in your community. Volunteers are al-
ways in demand, and volunteering with a local charity can provide a sense of purpose and provide opportunities to meet like-minded fellow retirees, all while helping to quell your boredom. Retirees who love to travel can combine their passion for volunteering with their love of travel by signing up to work with an international relief organization that travels abroad to help the less fortunate. Upon retiring, many retirees initially find themselves coping with boredom. But there are many ways to avoid the restlessness of retirement.
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The psychology of recovery As a sport psychologist working with elite athletes I have learned that they experience injuries that can alter their sports career temporarily or permanently. There are more than 17 million sports related injuries per year in America. So when I heard that my friend Mark Grossman was giving a talk on overuse injuries at Winthrop’s new research center I made room in my schedule to get over there. Fully 1/3 of all athletes will experience a sports related injury in a given year. Football players, wrestlers and female gymnasts have the highest rate of occurrence with about 75 percent of them suffering an injury within any given year. Soccer players tear ACLs, baseball players blow out shoulders, and lacrosse or football players get concussions. The list goes on and on. Mark and his staff covered a wide range of issues pertaining to the causes and the treatment of athletes with overuse injuries. Causes of injuries: It is easy to understand why injuries are so pervasive in sports. As Dr. Grossman pointed out
high level competition, overtraining and lack of down time are now standard in most sports. When an athlete pushes too hard for too long, injury will result. Injuries most often occur at the end of the season and at the end of a game. In addition an athlete who has too much stress in his or her life is also vulnerable to injury. When a family goes through divorce, moves to a new school or faces a death in the family this is a heavy burden that can distract and lead to injury. Overtraining causes fatigue and then injury. The nature of sport itself can be dangerous. The speed of hockey, figure skating, gymnastics or downhill skiing brings the risk of injury. The quick movements of lacrosse and soccer and the violence of football, baseball, or wrestling produce injury. The career of an NFL player is expected to last only 3 ½ years. I once asked the former Knick basketball star Dave DeBusschere if basketball was violent and he remarked “Well I’ve had my nose broken seven times, does that answer your question?”
Reactions to the injury: The losses that come to bear on the injured athlete will vary depending upon the severity of the injury and how important the sport is to him or her. But whatever occurs they must deal with some if not all of the following: Grief Reactions: The stages of grief include denial, anger, bargaining, depression and then acceptance. After the initial shock of the injury most hope for a fast return but when this does not occur then the emotional trouble sets in Loss of Identity: Most serious athletes have devoted years to their sport and their identity becomes deeply connected it. When they can no longer play they experience withdrawal. They can no longer feed off of the excitement of the crowds and the competition itself. Loneliness and Separation: The athlete who loses his sport loses structure, friendships and purpose. They often become apathetic, aimless and vulnerable to other forms of recreation including drug use and night life. Fear and Anxiety: The pain of injury, the indefinite nature of recovery and the threat of lost income or scholarship money produces real anxiety. This can be overwhelming and this must be managed as well. Loss of Confidence: The fear of re injury produces hesitation and doubt in the player. All this needs to be dealt with so they can regain their former speed, confidence and skills.
Treatment guidelines: Medical Cole Buschmann, one of Dr. Grossman’s physical therapists, spoke about ways to prevent injuries. He touched upon adequate warm up and what he called ‘bracing’ which is tightening of the abdomen, gluts and improved shoulder posture. He emphasized that proper form was a good way to avoid injury. Dr. Grossman spoke about how important it was to avoid overworking the body. He felt that the constant year round focus on a single competitive sport may not be the healthiest thing for the body. He recommended mixing up sports and taking a break at some point in the year. He also mentioned that if injury does occur proper rest and rehab were crucial in order to insure proper healing. He said that this could take from 6 to 12 weeks of treatment. Psychological I know from working with my patients, sport injury produces great emotional turmoil. Uniformly athletes will benefit from supportive psychotherapy which helps them to face and work through this loss. They can be helped by letting them ventilate feelings, develop a better perspective on the loss, and find the patience to recover fully. Conclusions: Injuries that occur to the young athlete on the playing field are far more then broken bones. They con-
sist of broken dreams. The physical and emotional damage often requires treatment to resolve. It is easy to deny this fact but ask any injured athlete and they will agree. When both the body and mind are treated patiently and adequately the athlete will make a successful return to his or her former personality, confidence, mood and high level of function. It is good to see that we have caring professionals that are taking all this seriously. Thank you to Dr. Grossman and his hard working staff. And if you missed this lecture it is just the first in a series called Youth Sports Safety Lectures. The next talk is on March 7 on Upper Extremity Injuries and Rehabilitation and you can call (516) 663-1054 to get info.
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