Retirement is supposed to be relaxing… so why does it sometimes feel louder than ever?

In this solo episode, I reflect on a conversation with my friend Lynda Camire — and explore what happens when retirement doesn’t deliver the peace we expected. Lynda retired with a plan. But within days, she found herself checking the clock, wandering into her old office, and feeling overwhelmed by a surprising emotion: boredom.

This episode is about the hidden noise that surfaces after the structure of work disappears — and why that noise isn’t a sign of failure, but a signal worth listening to.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why boredom in retirement feels more like pressure than peace
• How unstructured time can trigger unexpected emotions
• The link between boredom and mental clutter
• Why retirement doesn’t quiet your mind — it confronts it
• How to reframe boredom as an invitation to experiment, reflect, and grow

 Key Takeaways:

• Structure disappears faster than purpose appears.
• Mental clutter loves a vacuum.
• Boredom can be a bridge, not a wall.
• You don’t need a five-point plan. You need a small spark.

Questions for Reflection:

• Is this boredom… or is this mental clutter in disguise?
• Am I judging myself for not being productive?
• What have I stopped doing that I used to enjoy?
• What am I trying not to feel right now?

If you’ve recently retired and find yourself feeling restless or “off,” this episode is for you. You’re not broken — you’re human. And you’re not alone.

 Tune in to learn how boredom might just be pointing you toward your next chapter.