Retirement often marks the end of a long chapter filled with responsibilities, structure, and identity rooted in career or caregiving roles. While it may come with a sense of freedom, it can also stir feelings of uncertainty, grief, or loss of direction. For many older adults, retirement is seen as a closing door—an inevitable slowing down. But what if retirement could be reimagined as a powerful opportunity for transformation, growth, and purpose? Rather than being an ending

Life transitions—whether welcomed or unexpected—have a way of disorienting us. Changes such as moving, starting a new job, ending a relationship, becoming a parent, or grieving a loss can leave us feeling uprooted, overwhelmed, and emotionally vulnerable. During these times, our familiar structures and sense of normalcy may be disrupted, creating emotional turbulence and uncertainty. In these moments, establishing or returning to simple, intentional rituals can be grounding