Sources and references for: Age discrimination (ageism)

Question:

My job is really interesting and stimulating and I do not want to quit. Work makes my days meaningful. Perhaps I could consider working six hours a day instead of eight.

I have tried to avoid retirement but it seems that I have to. I feel like I am discriminated because of my age and I am concerned about my financial situation. I hate being forced to stint myself.

As a pensioner I do not only lose income, but also workmates, Christmas dinners, office parties, conferences, in other words, a lot of possibilities to have a more enjoyable life along with my work. Of course, there are people who dream about playing golf or working in their summer houses, and I do not want to stop them from realizing their dreams. However, those who want to work should not be forced to retire.

Sources, references:

1. Work experience of Gunborg Palme, certified psychologist, certified psychotherapist, teacher and tutor of psychotherapy.