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Flexible Goal Adjustment Predicts Well-Being Before and After Retirement
Lisa M Viegas1, Christina Bermeitinger1, Werner Greve1
1Institute of Psychology, University of Hildesheim, Hildesheim, Germany, uni-hildesheim.de.
Journal of Aging Research
|January 30, 2026
Summary
Flexible goal adjustment (FGA) helps maintain well-being and self-esteem during retirement. This study found that individuals who can adapt their goals report better personal well-being, regardless of work status.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Gerontology
- Sociology
Background:
- Retirement is a major life transition impacting professional goals.
- Individual differences in goal adjustment may influence well-being during this change.
Purpose of the Study:
- Assess interindividual differences in goal adjustment.
- Analyze the predictive value of goal adjustments for personal well-being in retirement.
Main Methods:
- Online self-report study with 206 pastors.
- Assessed work status, flexible goal adjustment (FGA), goal importance, well-being, and self-esteem.
Main Results:
- Retired individuals found professional goals less important than working individuals.
- FGA predicted higher self-esteem and well-being for both groups.
Conclusions:
- Goal adjustment is crucial for maintaining well-being in retirement.
- Flexible goal adjustment (FGA) supports psychological health during life transitions.
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