Pre-retirement presentation

Retirement from the job market is considered to be a major life stressor. Many people have successfully coped with change all their life only to find themselves confused, scared and with a great sense of loss. Retirement is unfortunately seen by many as "the beginning of the end" and this belief can set the stage for a difficult transition. However, retiring from one's job can be the stepping stone to an exciting and fulfilling period provided that one is ready for this change.

The following is a 3-hour workshop for those planning to retire in the near future. This workshop aims to highlight the key concepts in preparing for a retirement that will facilitate this life passage for the participant. The information presented is a synthesis of research data, clinical information and real life experiences. The goal is for the participant to leave with a sound understanding of the 5 major life domains and how to improve and bring into equilibrium any areas of imbalance he/she may have.

These five domains constitute the framework for this workshop:

physical
. Taking charge of one's health
. Accepting the bodily changes
. Menopause/andropause
. Eating healthy
. Exercise

psychological
. Letting go of judgment/ attitude of gratitude
. Appreciating the beauty in life
. Finding other ways of conserving self-esteem
. Redefining our identity. what is our role?

emotional
. Clearing out tolerances
. Following one's passion; one's song and dance
. Play, laughter, mirth

spiritual
. Finding one's meaning in life
. Following a connection
. Living in the present
. Meditation

social
. Redefining the spouse/partner relationship
. Reaching out to friends
. Letting go of children
. Becoming grandparents

This workshop will be presented by Stephane Bensoussan, M.A., Health Psychologist

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Stephane Bensoussan, M.A.,
Holistic Psychologist
Clinic Psy-Sante
3608 St..Charles Blvd, suite 9
Kirkland, Quebec, H9H 3C3
Tel : (514) 695-5560