My view of retirement: Stay away from consumption and cherish every moment
In the days since I retired, I have come to realize that life should be a journey of reconciliation with myself. Those people and things that used to consume me in the workplace are now like a passing cloud in my eyes, and I feel disrespectful to myself when I look at them more.
I remember that not long after I retired, my old colleague Xiao Li called and invited me to a party in their company. I hesitated for a moment, remembering that when I was in the workplace, Xiao Li always carried some negative energy, and every time I communicated with him, I always felt exhausted. I politely declined his invitation, telling him that I now enjoy the peace of mind alone. Xiao Li seemed a little disappointed, but he didn't force it.
Later, by chance, I met another retired old friend, Lao Zhang. With a smile on his face, he shares his retirement, how he plays with his grandchildren and how he travels with his wife. I asked him curiously, hadn't he ever been troubled, and he smiled and said, "Of course, but I've learned to choose." Those people and things that consume me, I choose to stay away. Life is so good, why should I waste my time on people and things that are not worth it?"
Lao Zhang's words touched me deeply. Yes, why should we waste our precious time and energy on the people and things that consume us? After retirement, I should have more time to enjoy life and pursue what I really like.
As a result, I began to value my retirement even more. I go for a walk in the park every morning to breathe in the fresh air and feel the tranquility of nature. In the afternoon, I would make a pot of tea, sit on the balcony, read a book, and listen to music. In the evenings, I would watch TV and chat with my wife. Although this kind of life is uneventful, it makes me feel extremely satisfied and happy.
Of course, there will always be some unsatisfactory things in life. For example, sometimes I get some sales calls, or I get some irrelevant emails. For these things that consume my time and energy, I have learned to decisively reject and ignore. I won't worry about these trivial things anymore, and I won't let them affect my mood.
Once, I met a former colleague in the supermarket. When he saw me, he started complaining about his work and life, saying that he was tired every day. I listened to his complaints, and I couldn't help but feel a little helpless. I told him that we were all retired and that we should learn to let go of the baggage of the past and enjoy the present life. He listened to my words and seemed to be a little moved, but he didn't say much.
I know that everyone has their own lifestyle and choices. I can't force others to stay away from consumption like I do, but I can do it myself. I firmly believe that only by staying away from the people and things that consume us can we truly enjoy life and feel the beauty of life.
In the days since I retired, I have learned more and more to cherish myself. I no longer change myself to fit others, nor do I force myself to meet other people's expectations. I learned to listen to my inner voice and pursue the life I wanted.
Sometimes, I get together with a few old friends to share our retirement. We talk about each other's interests, travels, and interesting things about our lives. These times always make me feel extremely happy and fulfilling.
Of course, there will be some challenges and difficulties in life. For example, sometimes I feel lonely or bored. But I'm always looking for solutions, such as participating in community events, learning new skills, or connecting with family and friends. These efforts have not only allowed me to overcome difficulties, but also made me cherish and appreciate every moment of my life even more.
Retirement is not static, it is full of possibilities and surprises. As long as we feel and experience with our hearts, we can find the beauty and happiness in life. And those people and things that consume us will only become stumbling blocks on our way to happiness. We should be brave enough to step away from them and seek our own happiness and fulfillment.
Today, I have deeply appreciated the beauty of retirement. I am no longer bothered by the people and things that consume me, and instead focus on enjoying every moment of life. I believe that as long as we feel and cherish it with our hearts, retirement will become the best time in our lives.
In the days to come, I will continue to stick to my lifestyle and choices. I will stay away from the people and things that consume me and focus on pursuing my own happiness and fulfillment. At the same time, I also hope that more retirees can be like me, bravely pursue their own retirement life and enjoy the beauty and happiness of life.
In closing, I would like to say that retirement is not the end, but the beginning of a new life. We should face it with a positive mindset and embrace it. Only in this way can we truly feel the beauty and happiness of retirement life and make our lives more exciting and fulfilling.