For a lot of couples, retirement means more time together: traveling, going on cruises, playing pickleball or trying new hobbies. Many of us marry with the dream of growing old together, but reality isn’t always as romantic as it seems.
For others, this extra time strengthens their bond; for others, it can reveal that they don’t really know – or even like – the person they married. Adjusting to decades of shared routines, especially when both partners are suddenly home all the time, can be challenging.
“Retired Husband Syndrome” – a term for men who suddenly find themselves at home all day after decades of work – has gotten plenty of attention, but the truth is retirement affects all couples, and these new routines can be challenging for both partners.
“Major life transitions, like retirement, can bring a period of instability,” Carrie Mead...
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