2866: Making Friends in Retirement (And Before) by Kathleen Coxwell of New Retirement on Money & Relationships

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Episode 2866:

Making friends as you age can be challenging, especially in retirement when the social structures of work and family life are no longer as prominent. Kathleen Coxwell highlights the importance of forging new connections, emphasizing that a lack of social interaction can lead to loneliness, which has significant health risks. She offers practical tips for making friends in retirement, such as pursuing hobbies, volunteering, and using friendship apps, all while reminding us that investing time and being a good friend are key to building meaningful relationships.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.newretirement.com/retirement/making-friends-after-retirement/

Quotes to ponder:

"Researchers have found mounting evidence linking loneliness to physical illness and to functional and cognitive decline."

"Friendships feel organic and magical, but when you boil it down, they actually take investments of time."

Episode references:

Bumble BFF: https://bumble.com/bff

Nextdoor: https://nextdoor.com

Meetup: https://www.meetup.com

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