**We’re Continuing Our Series on the Top Seven Retirement Pursuits**
Up to this point, we’ve explored different facets of enjoying a satisfying life post-retirement. If you didn’t catch any earlier posts, make sure to revisit them to catch up.
Now, let’s explore the fifth crucial pursuit — a subject many of you might be curious about… when do we take time for enjoyment? Hahahaha. Let’s get started!
**5. Relish Life (Have a Blast)**
Retirement presents an ideal chance to engage in what you love and savor life, doesn’t it? Rather than merely letting life pass by, we urge you to strategize for it and fully embrace it!
**What Brings You Joy?**
Here are two prompts to ignite your enjoyment:
– What activities do you find fulfilling?
– If you had no limits, what would you pursue?
Create a list of at least 10 suggestions, aiming for 20 or more if feasible. Include activities you can initiate immediately, alongside aspirational pursuits that may require some thought or adjustment.
**Example List of Activities to Start Now:**
– Pickleball
– Gaming
– Reading
– Writing about finance
– Family bonding
– Chess
– Working out
– Education
– Swimming
– Millionaire Money Mentors
– Enjoying TV/Films/YouTube/Sports
– Meeting friends for lunch/coffee
– Sudoku
**Activities to Consider:**
– Tai Chi
– Community service
– Enroll in a class
– Teach a class
– Explore North Carolina – coastline and mountains
– Return to Washington, DC
– Spend summers in a cooler area
– Learn sailing
– Become a mentor
– Enhance home with projects
**Additional Options for Fun**
Here are more ways to enjoy yourself:
– Join a literature group
– Organize game evenings
– Participate in local events
– Visit national parks
– Take RV journeys
– Go on international trips
– Engage in adventure travel
– Painting, drawing, or sketching
– Photography
– Woodcraft or carving
– Music (acquire an instrument)
– DIY crafts or home decoration projects
**Making Enjoyment a Reality**
Aim to have at least three enjoyable activities that you frequently engage in. Schedule these activities to ensure you don’t miss them.
**Retirement Communities**
Think about residing in a retirement community for easy enjoyment and extra perks such as:
– Built-in social network
– Minimal maintenance living
– Access to facilities
– Organized programs and happenings
– Wellness and health services
**The Villages and Other Senior Communities**
The Villages is a leading retirement community with many activities. While not every retirement area will offer the same, seek one that aligns with your interests.
**Your Input**
What are your top three enjoyable activities in retirement? We’d love to hear them in the comments below. For further suggestions, check the links provided for more inspiration.
**Further ESI Money Posts to Explore for More on This Topic Include:**
– [101 Enjoyable Activities to Engage In During Retirement](https://esimoney.com/101-fun-things-to-do-in-retirement/)
– [Conquering Retirement Challenges, Overcoming Boredom](https://esimoney.com/win-the-retirement-game-fighting-boredom/)
– To discover more in this series, look at part 6 [here](https://esimoney.com/the-top-seven-retirement-activities-part-6).