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A recent survey from RAND Corporation (a nonprofit research firm) found that almost 40% of workers over age 65 had previously retired— only to rejoin the workforce.
why so many of us wish to learn, grow, contribute, and be productive our entire lives. Melaleuca’s mission of helping others reach their goals appeals to those who find purpose in service work. Retirees may find that they have more time and desire to devote to aiding their friends and neighbors than they did when they were part of a traditional workforce. “Jeri Lyn and I believe we were put on this earth to grow and progress until our last day,” Todd says. “Every individual is blessed with unfathomable potential. We all simply have to uncover it! Melaleuca has given us the ability to serve our family and friends in a deeper way.” Harvey agrees. Part of his coaching helps both men and women understand where their true passions lie and how those passions can drive their true purpose. “Sit down and ask yourself, ‘What makes me come to life? Who am I and what do I really want?’” he explains. “We can tiptoe through the years to arrive at our graves safely, or we can strive for more.”
This is significant because staying socially connected is essential to one’s well-being.
A healthy social life: • Provides a sense a belonging and fuels our personal identity • Adds meaning to life and strengthens self-worth • Acts as an essential support network, making it easier to handle problems by keeping stress levels in check • Gives us something to do and someone to do it with
A flexible opportunity like the one Melaleuca provides can help older
individuals transition into full retirement with greater ease—and with greater physical and mental health. Starting a business at 65 or older may seem daunting, but the beauty of a Melaleuca business is that you can scale it smaller or larger to fit your capacity and needs! It all depends on your time flexibility, desired income, and commitment level. Read on to discover why Melaleuca is an ideal opportunity at any age. Build a Sense of Purpose Do you feel like your life is lacking purpose after retirement? You’re not alone! We tend to identify strongly with our work. That’s
Work Around Your Leisure Time
Many workers of typical retirement age want to keep working but in a less time- consuming and pressured capacity. There’s a need for flexibility to accommodate multiple commitments and interests, such as personal hobbies or caring for children, grandchildren, or elderly parents. “I can’t imagine not having anything to do, but I need the opportunity to build at my own pace,” says Nona Pione. “I love Melaleuca because I can fulfill my purpose of helping others while enjoying as much downtime as I choose.” Todd and Jeri Lyn also appreciate the fluid nature of building a Melaleuca business. “If we get a phone call asking if we can watch our grandchildren last minute, we can almost always say yes because our Melaleuca business affords us that freedom,” Todd explains.
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These results are not typical. Consult the Annual Income Statistics on page 58 for typical results.
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