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Emotionally preparing for retirement in law enforcement

Retirement may initially seem like an escape from the daily grind, but the excitement can wear off

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Today’s Tip from Gordon Graham highlights the importance of viewing retirement as a journey, not just a destination.

Retirement may initially seem like an escape from the daily grind, but the excitement can wear off, leading to feelings of boredom, unimportance and isolation, particularly for those retiring from public safety.

To counter these challenges, it’s crucial to build a social network, stay connected with former colleagues and develop interests outside of work, such as physical activities or hobbies. Furthermore, establishing a new identity beyond one’s professional life by setting goals, considering part-time work or volunteering and learning new skills can also be beneficial.

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Gordon Graham has been actively involved in law enforcement since 1973. He spent nearly 10 years as a very active motorcycle officer while also attending Cal State Long Beach to achieve his teaching credential, USC to do his graduate work in Safety and Systems Management with an emphasis on Risk Management, and Western State University to obtain his law degree. In 1982 he was promoted to sergeant and also admitted to the California State Bar and immediately opened his law offices in Los Angeles.

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