Pension: Financial psychologist Valentin Haas: "Retirement is glorified by society"
The planned pension reform is being passionately debated. A psychologist explains why the debate is so emotional, which misconceptions prevail and what really matters.
Business coach and financial psychologist Valentin Haas says that people approaching retirement often view it as a form of liberation, but then struggle with the question of what comes next. Haas, who works with clients in his practice in Hannover, notes that retirement is not just about finances, but also about finding purpose and structure in life.
He advises people to start thinking about their post-work life early and to build a second structure alongside their professional life, including routines, social contacts, and meaningful activities. Haas also warns that simply working part-time may not be a solution if it means condensing the same pressure into fewer days.
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