Retired Figure Ulrike von der Groeben Remains in Repose
Title: "Ulrike von der Groeben Unplugged: A Peek into Comfortable Retirement"
Ulrike von der Groeben isn't your average retiree. Professor Google puts her somewhere between pal and acquaintance. The recently retired RTL sports presenter is the type of woman who tidies up before the cleaning lady arrives. She's a bundle of laughter, yet she dives deep. Choose the stairs over the lift? She's all in! Agile with a knack for relaxation, she's got it figured out. She talks her mind, but always stays pleasant.
A cozy corner amidst a transformed bedroom - that's where you'll find her now. Guests, even her kids, can enjoy her warm touch here. It's always a tidy mess, as she laughs it off, "no worries about the kids moving out, it's the natural order of things."
ntv.de: Hey there, it's like IKEA, we're on a first-name basis...
The vibe's changed since Ulrike's younger colleagues address her formally. She chuckles, revealing the secret to aging - addressing pensioners informally is a surefire sign. Age has its perks.
Retirement, a new chapter? Got the vacation vibes, not quite the tired old woman feel, right?
(laughs) Yeah, I've got less time on my hands now, thanks to the book, interviews, podcasts, talk shows, and traveling around. Guess what? I haven't even had time to implement the advice I've been giving or the wisdom I've gathered from experts.*
Retiring from 100% to almost nothing? Perhaps it's beneficial to gradually ease into retirement once you've thrown passion into your job.
Of course, Ulrike was persuaded to continue working, albeit at 50%. She set her limit to a year. Then another half year, because Peter Kloeppel and she were retiring together and would get a big farewell. It was fun. But eventually, she felt done. She had organized everything and decided she wasn't keen on acquiring new topics or day-to-day responsibilities.
While politicians can keep working until well over 80, Ulrike doesn't intend to be one of them - at 68, she's ready for peace, her much-deserved vacation.
"I'm deeply convinced that I long for peace," she confesses. "And I'll feel more relieved when I finally have it, post-book tour, at the end of my summer vacation."
Sports, her lifelong passion, remains forefront in her retirement. Despite a shelved body, she relishes hours of reading - neglected during her working years. Armed with newfound leisure, she's taking on new challenges, like devouring piles of books.
Book-savvy Ulrike carefully selects literature she adores, occasionally discarding books that don't pique her interest. She's grown fond of such freedom, something she never indulged in earlier.
The local bookseller is well-acquainted with Ulrike's reading tastes. A quaint village culture thrives among them.
Currently, she's reading Joachim Meyerhoff's "One Can Also Fall Upwards" - fantastic!
Turning 50 and beyond, women often find advertisements, industries, and social media platforms flooding them with dietary supplements, weight-loss offers, and the like. Can we escape it?
(laughs) Don't count on it. With age, concerns transform. I'm nearing 70, and these issues will likely shift. So, women at 50 work to maintain the current state. However, can we defy age by appearing eternally 20? Doubtful. You'll notice it in the hands, neck - and we're all ageing.*
Embrace aging with grace. Embrace the wrinkles and take pride in them. Be it through self-care or hairstyles, personalize your journey.
Ulrike doesn't see herself as a role model. In fitness, she might inspire, though, as she garners the image of youth due to her active lifestyle.
Fitness tips? Jogging, climbing stairs, maintaining an active lifestyle, and staying curious are the keys to looking and feeling youthful.
How did Ulrike connect with her co-author, Anna Butterbrod?
Through the publisher. She wasn't too keen on writing a book, but fortunately, she met Anna, who had penned many guides. With her help, retiring seemed somewhat structured, helping others with a few tips and ideas.
Your book isn't compulsory reading - pick topics that appeal to you.
Ulrike's brother-in-law regards her book as a standard work.
When is the best time to read Ulrike's book?
Whenever you like. It's never too late for most things, as long as you start pondering your future early.
Sit down with your partner and discuss finances, interests, and objectives. Are you set up for retirement? Can the route be altered? Should you think about a houseboat, traveling, or emigration? Going back to school? Grandchildren?
Source: ntv.de
- RTL
- Retirement
- Seniors
- Literature
Enrichment Data:
Maintaining Mental and Physical Well-being: Experts recommend keeping up with regular physical activity and mental engagement to maintain a high quality of life during retirement. Maintaining social connections and pursuing hobbies or volunteer work help foster emotional balance and support cognitive health.
Staying Active: Engaging in daily physical activities such as walking, jogging, or swimming is essential for staying healthy, feeling youthful, and improving mood. Mixing exercise with self-care routines, such as mindfulness practices or yoga, aids in stress reduction and relaxation.
Social Connections: Keeping in touch with friends and family during retirement helps prevent isolation and maintains a strong support system. Attending social events, joining clubs, and volunteering offer opportunities for communal enjoyment and stimulation.
Purpose and Fulfillment: Pursuing interests, hobbies, or volunteer work after retirement is important for maintaining a sense of purposefulness and personal growth. Enrolling in workshops, classes, or starting a new business venture may provide additional opportunities for learning and connection.
- Ulrike von der Groeben's employment policy during retirement includes book writing, interviews, podcasts, talk shows, and traveling.
- Despite her busy schedule in retirement, Ulrike hasn't had time to implement the advice she's been giving or the wisdom she's gathered from experts.
- Ulrike has a particular interest in the health-and-wellness and fitness-and-exercise sections of science, focusing on maintaining her physical and mental well-being in retirement.
- Embracing aging with grace, Ulrike advocates for accepting and taking pride in the visible signs of aging, such as wrinkles.
- Ulrike's book, written with her co-author Anna Butterbrod, is not compulsory reading but contains tips and ideas on retiring and planning for the future.
- In order to maintain mental and physical well-being, experts suggest keeping up with regular physical activity, mental engagement, and social connections during retirement.
- Ulrike's and Anna's book, titled "Ulrike von der Groeben Unplugged," addresses topics related to community policy, such as retirement planning and lifestyle changes during retirement.
- Ulrike's grandchildren can enjoy her warm touch and find comfort in the tidy mess of her cozy corner amidst her transformed bedroom.
