There’s been a common theme throughout this podcast: the importance of finding your purpose. Everyone needs a purpose in life regardless of age. Studies show that having a purpose boosts happiness, alleviates loneliness, and even increases longevity. This week Lori discusses how being old or retired doesn’t mean life is over, it just means your purpose may need to change, as it often does in life. For example, high schoolers might find their purpose in extracurriculars like sports, while later in life it becomes their career or starting a family. But for seniors, especially empty nesters, it’s easy to think, “Now what?” Having a reason to get up in the morning is vital to a fulfilling life - and nurturing that purpose can become a springboard to your best life yet. Takeaways from this episode: - Start by evaluating your passions and where you’d like to see yourself succeed. - If you’re at a retirement age and enjoy working, consider starting a second career that has interested you in the past. - Volunteer work can help you continue learning while helping others. It’s beneficial for all involved. - Try new hobbies or skills. If you disliked something, that’s okay, just keep exploring. - Find mental peace. Practice gratitude each day and accept the things you cannot change. - Stay healthy and strong through exercise, no matter what that looks like for you. - Explore your creativity - everyone can create something, just enjoy the process. Topics from this episode: - Finding purpose as you age- Achieving mental and physical vitality- Gratitude journaling- Seniors pursuing their passion- Senior volunteer work-  Ideas for empty nesters If you wish to suggest a topic, be a guest or want to support the podcast please email Lori@Loriwilliams-seniorservices.com or reach out online: https://www.facebook.com/LoriWilliamsSeniorServices/https://www.instagram.com/theloriwilliams/https://www.linkedin.com/in/theloriwilliams/https://loriwilliams-seniorservices.com/aging-in-style-podcast/