As you move away from full-time work years to your retirement period, the way years to your retirement period, the way in which you choose to spend your time will likely be influenced by all the same personality traits and styles you brought to your job. The mix of what you do with your time will change — you may consider taking college courses instead of working, for example — but the experiences you learn from in the workplace will prepare you for the rich and exciting will prepare you for the rich and exciting life you will live after your full-work years.