"I got to explore the grief process related to losing a career and transitioning through different social statuses. Specifically, I focused on how people cope with moving from a work environment, where they had social connections, to a situation where those connections may no longer exist. I looked at what characteristics help individuals maintain their well-being during this transition. I also considered how retirement affects someone’s identity and relationships. For example, how do people cope with not being busy all the time or no longer having the chance to talk about their career? I explored how having resources can impact a smoother transition into retirement."

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