Deciding to Retire From Psychiatric Practice

I share my personal journey toward retirement, grappling with feelings of loss, relevance, and legacy, and finding renewed purpose through teaching yoga and learning <i>kirtan.</i> I review core findings about happiness from the Harvard Study of Adult Development, emphasizing that meaningful social connections are central to a good life and healthy aging. Despite having moments of self-doubt and inevitable experiences of loss, I highlight the lasting impact of even small acts of human connection, underscoring the profound importance of social relationships and shared humanity in giving life meaning.