Week 1: Lesson 1. Listening part 1. Bill the Dentist: Initial Feelings About Retirement

Bill was eager and excited about the prospect of retiring from dentistry.

Bill finds painting engaging and stimulating, just like dentistry, but in a different way.

Bill believes becoming an artist could be a fresh start and a positive change in his life.

Jane describes the busy and active nature of her previous work as a banker.

Jane feels sentimental about her past life but finds purpose and satisfaction in her current work at the animal shelter.

Ben, after retiring from firefighting, spent his initial time focusing on his physical health and culinary skills.

Ben feels the lack of adrenaline and excitement that was a part of his firefighting career when giving motivational talks to children.

Ben's initial feeling about retirement was characterized by uncertainty and unknown possibilities.