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Retirement and Identity Loss

by | Sep 24, 2026

Part 3 in our ongoing video series on managing your retirement

Retirement is often described as the ultimate reward: more freedom, more time, and the chance to set your own schedule. But this short video explores an emotional challenge many people do not expect. While some retirees thrive, others find that unstructured time brings boredom, uncertainty, or a loss of purpose.

The transition can be especially difficult for people whose sense of identity was closely tied to their work. The video calls this the “striver’s curse”: the shift from being known for what you do to wondering who you are without it. In just two minutes, it offers a reminder that preparing for retirement means thinking about purpose and identity as well as finances.

Explore the hidden psychological side of retirement and why redefining identity is just as important as financial preparation

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