Social isolation, loss of meaning, drop in income… If retirement is synonymous with a well-deserved rest, it is also a source of anxiety for those approaching it. According to an OpinionWay survey in partnership with PRÉVOIR carried out among 1,250 people, at the end of January 2017, 79% of those questioned expect a drop in their standard of living following the cessation of their professional activity. In addition, “85% of them actually saw a deterioration in their standard of living when they retired”. But the financial dimension is not the only aspect to take into account at the time of its cessation of activity…

Emeric Lebreton is a doctor in psychology and a research professor at the university. He is also co-founder of the Orientaction group, a network that supports career development throughout life. “We support people at three stages of life: young people in choosing their studies, adults who wish to retrain, and seniors in preparing for their retirement and their last years of activity”, he explains to us. he.

According to this expert, starting at the legal retirement age is “not the best option for everyone”. “Work is essential to the psychological balance of individuals. It is the altruistic dimension of society and the social dimension of human beings”, he explains. Are you hesitating, on your side, to take the plunge? To know whether or not you are ready to stop all professional activity, it is essential to ask yourself the right questions. In our slideshow below, check out Emeric Lebreton’s advice to help you make your decision: Should I keep working or retire?