Let’s explain why we chose to include the expression ‘blank page’ in our website name.
‘Blank page’ can be interpreted in a number of ways and can be a good or bad thing. We want to explore the phrase ‘blank pages’ in relation to retirement and old age in general..
We’ll discuss the initial phase of retirement when the ‘blank page’ can be a good thing and the later stages of life where it can seem daunting and potentially depressing. Don’t worry though there is hope for a happy ending!
The honeymoon period is the initial phase after retirement is where retirees are usually excited about the ‘blank page’ in front of them. Freedom to do whatever they want and to pursue activities they previously did not have time for. No more alarms, demanding bosses or tiring commutes!
These ‘blank pages’ could be the empty work schedule, the clear e-mail inbox or the blank calendar. Don’t we all look forward to, and welcome, these ‘blank pages’ of freedom?
This honeymoon phase can last for a year or more but for others it can be shorter and for a lot of people the initial honeymoon period is often followed by a disenchantment phase.
Here people typically struggle to work out who they are now that they are retired, what is their role in society and what can they do to pass the time productively.
In this phase the ‘blank page’ can be overwhelming and lead to a lack of direction. Many retirees struggle to find purpose in their newfound freedom and may even experience a sense of loss of identity.
Our aim is to help fill these ‘blank pages’ with suggestions of how to build a happy and fulfilling retirement. There are a world of opportunities out there that can improve your mental and physical health . There are new hobbies and adventures waiting to be discovered.
We aim to fill the website with tips and articles on a range of subjects so you can search for ideas to fill your ‘blank page’.
Keep revisiting the website as we’ll be adding more content soon.
Join us for the discussion. Let us know what have already written, or intend to write, on your ‘blank page’.