When I retired I didn't feel carefree, I felt lost. Turns out, I needed a schedule.

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When I retired I didn't feel carefree, I felt lost. Turns out, I needed a schedule.

After decades of work meetings and other daily obligations the author (not pictured) felt lost when she first retired.JLco - Ana Suanes/Getty ImagesAfter I was diagnosed with chronic pulmonary failure, I faced an unexpected early retirement.Despite financial readiness, I struggled emotionally with the transition and change of pace.Establishing a new routine and keeping a schedule helped me adapt and find purpose.I left the air conditioning on in…