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Yet, if you ask most retirees, they’ll tell you they have never been busier. That’s good news because there are many benefits of staying busy as we age. Remaining active and engaged can improve sleep, increase energy, boost memory and brain health, enhance productivity, and improve mood. In addition, anxiety and depression are less likely to occur in those who are busy interacting with the world around them. Here is a more in-depth look at the benefits of being busy in retirement. ## **Better Sleep** ![older man sleeping in bed](https://7364579.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7364579/hubfs/pexels-shvets-production-8899465%20(2).jpg?width=300&name=pexels-shvets-production-8899465%20(2).jpg)Staying busy allows us to draw down our energy resources during the day, so by the time bedtime rolls around, we are more likely to be tired enough to sleep. We’re also more likely to fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer, making for a better morning. Being busy does not necessarily mean being physically exhausted by day's end. It means being consistently engaged, both physically and mentally, during the day with a combination of social and solitary activities. Doing crossword or word search puzzles, reading, knitting or crocheting, and playing cards or shuffleboard games are all great ways to stay busy. Having conversations with others is another way to promote both brain health and social interaction. Being busy is only one ingredient in the recipe for high-quality sleep. Another tip is to create a consistent nighttime routine to support a good night’s sleep. ## Energy Boost As counterintuitive as it sounds, staying busy can help you have more energy. By contrast, being sedentary can reduce energy levels and slow metabolism. Remaining busy will help the body to burn calories, maintain vigorous activity throughout the day, and keep the mind active. 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Puzzle-solving, conversation, and learning new hobbies or tasks are all ways to improve brain health and improve memory. Reading is also one of the best ways to maintain cognitive functioning. How does this work? By completing tasks, even simple ones, the brain works harder and learns more, staying healthier and improving memory. For example, to enhance cognitive functioning, completing physical tasks is important. Activities such as writing by hand, knitting, games, card games, practicing a musical instrument, and more reinforce the mind-to-body connection, allowing the brain to exercise sections that control movements and processes. For example, an active, social, and competitive game like shuffleboard helps build physical connections, fosters problem-solving, and encourages new ideas. ## **Productivity Increases** One potential pitfall of “being busy” is getting mired in meaningless minutia. It’s easy for a retired person with abundant non-work time on their hands to get immersed in “busy work” that is the opposite of what a productive, active person could be accomplishing. An example would be a decluttering project that turns into a forever trip down memory lane, and little decluttering gets accomplished. Another example is spending hours sifting through low-priority email or social media, only to wonder where the day had gone. When a person avoids the temptations of such distractions and allows the mind to focus on important subjects, meaningful tasks are completed quickly, and more can be accomplished in a day. Many of the same tasks and activities that improve memory will also help to improve focus and, therefore, productivity. An outgrowth of improving personal productivity is a boost in self-confidence and a lift in one’s mood, both of which enhance a feeling of well-being. ## **Better Relationships** ![two older women playing cards together](https://7364579.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7364579/hubfs/pexels-cottonbro-6940915.jpg?width=300&name=pexels-cottonbro-6940915.jpg)It’s easy to see why many are attracted to and energized by busy and engaged people. Even strangers can sense this dynamism, and that’s how active people who are out and about are more likely to make new friends. Existing relationships also benefit. Busy people have more opportunities to interact with their friends and family, thereby forming stronger bonds with their loved ones, which has a positive overall impact on mental health. ## **Mood Boost** Depression, anxiety, loneliness, and other mental health concerns may occur more often in aging adults. This typically occurs when they become isolated from others. As people retire and lose contact with some of their social circle, many find themselves spending more time alone and feeling less part of the community. To combat this, staying active can help, such as visiting friends, going shopping, or going to the movies. With many activities and interactions, including arts and crafts or hobbies that bring joy, there are many benefits, including better moods, greater confidence, appreciation for family and friends, and the ability to do more. Isolation can be avoided in many ways. This can include joining others in activities such as cooking classes, crafting, book clubs, bowling leagues, sports activities, dance or singing groups, and fraternal organizations. All the resulting interactions and socialization with others help maintain memory and cognitive functions. ## **Community Benefits** There’s an adage that says, "If you want something done, assign it to a busy person." That’s because busy people have developed a habit of reaching out to actively engage with the community, thereby experiencing the many personal benefits enumerated above, such as enhanced energy, greater productivity, a heightened mood, and improved cognitive and memory function. While the active individual benefits from greater engagement, the community at large also benefits. Look at the leadership roles in any thriving community, and it's easy to identify the active, engaged people who are making their locality and the world a better place. Many of these leaders are retired folks who are devoting the energy they once put into their careers to the betterment of their community. An active lifestyle tends to create its own momentum. The more engaged you stay, the easier it becomes to maintain energy, relationships, and a positive routine. 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