Medical Monday: Dr. Matla Advises Early Retirement Planning for Physical and Mental Health
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Dr. Matla highlighted the psychological and physical challenges of retirement during Just Gospel's Medical Monday segment. She emphasized that retirement preparation should begin with your first job, not at age 64.
The doctor warned that completely stopping work can cause loss of purpose, social isolation, and health deterioration. Instead, she advocates for maintaining activity through volunteering, family time, or reduced-intensity work.
Dr. Matla stressed that lifestyle choices during working years—including diet, exercise, and stress management—directly impact retirement quality. Those maintaining healthy habits throughout their careers experience smoother transitions and better health outcomes.
She advised against toxic work environments that compromise long-term health, emphasizing self-care as essential preparation for longevity.
The doctor warned that completely stopping work can cause loss of purpose, social isolation, and health deterioration. Instead, she advocates for maintaining activity through volunteering, family time, or reduced-intensity work.
Dr. Matla stressed that lifestyle choices during working years—including diet, exercise, and stress management—directly impact retirement quality. Those maintaining healthy habits throughout their careers experience smoother transitions and better health outcomes.
She advised against toxic work environments that compromise long-term health, emphasizing self-care as essential preparation for longevity.
