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  • Sociology of Health
  • Higher Education Studies

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  • Retirement marks a significant life transition for academics.
  • Understanding lifestyle adjustments post-retirement is crucial for well-being.
  • Self-care practices are vital for maintaining health and quality of life in later years.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore lifestyle modifications in professors after retirement.
  • To investigate the evolving role of self-care in retired professors' lives.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative research employing Symbolic Interactionism and Grounded Theory.
  • Remote interviews conducted with 18 professors in 2022.
  • Data analysis focused on understanding lived experiences and social influences.

Main Results:

  • Retired professors experience increased schedule flexibility, enabling positive lifestyle changes.
  • Enhanced appreciation for self-care activities, including physical activity, nutrition, and cognitive stimulation.
  • Development of new hobbies and a more active social life were commonly reported.
  • The emergence of the theme "Enjoying retirement and taking up new activities" encapsulates these changes.

Conclusions:

  • Retired professors tend to prioritize self-care more significantly during this life stage.
  • Social interactions with peers, family, and healthcare professionals play a key role in shaping this value.
  • Retirement can be a period of enhanced personal well-being and self-discovery through focused self-care.