In the workplace, it is rare for people to become friends with their colleagues, and many people cut off all contact with their former colleagues even after retirement. Why does this happen? One retired employee cited three reasons: 

1. Out of sight, out of mind.

Some employees hold important positions in the company before retirement, and during their time in the company, their colleagues were friendly and respectful towards them.

However, after retirement, things change and people start to ignore them. Why does this happen? Once a person retires, they lose the power and authority they had in the company. It's like a government official losing their position or an emperor stepping down from the throne. Once they leave the central position, no one pays attention or flatters them anymore. The workplace is a place where interests are tied together.

If you lose your value or no longer benefit others in any way, no one wants to maintain a relationship with you.

 2. Not the same type of person.

Interacting with some colleagues is sometimes forced. Some colleagues are good at being two-faced, putting on a friendly face but stabbing you in the back.

However, since you belong to the same company, you can't confront them, so you have to maintain a superficial and peaceful relationship. Once you retire and leave the company, you won't have any interaction with these people anymore because you are not the same type of person. There's no need to pretend or play along anymore. 

3. Not wanting to bother others.

One retired employee said, "After retirement, I have time to do things I enjoy, and my life is fulfilling and happy. I just want to enjoy my life without bothering others. And I believe others don't want to be bothered by me either." This statement makes sense. Everyone has the right to choose their own life, especially after retirement when they have more freedom.

Many people immerse themselves in their own small world or enjoy family bonds. It's normal not to want to be disturbed by outsiders and there's no need to force oneself to do anything. In the workplace, many social interactions are obligatory. However, after leaving the workplace, it's possible to cut off unwanted relationships. Life is about you, not others. Choosing the life that suits you best is the most important thing.