Since I retired...
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Hence I'm not retiring....
Nollaig1979
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Well can look at it this way then. You can be whoever you want in that case
thør
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Once, that was my plan, but it's going to be tossed in the bin.
Saint_Ann --
Retirement offers a chance to re-form yourself. Finding what makes you satisfied, developing existing interests or exploring new possibilities, giving an opportunity to create connections AWAY from what were needed for work.Since I retired, I've volunteered and gone back to some of what I enjoyed in my first career -- avoiding the parts of that career that I could only grit my teeth over. I've been able to spend more time on politics than I could while working. And I've been able to devote more time to some physical activity -- interrupted, unfortunately, by a few accidents or body breakdowns that resulted in meeting more doctors, physician assistants, nurses, and physical therapists than ever before.
After one of those interruptions, I hit an all-time high weight. Now, I'm paying a bit more attention and losing weight. I've set an ambitious goal for a year-long effort. The initial push has me ahead of my expectations.
albertaboy
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I was a VP of one of the Large Cdn Banks, got packaged off at 55. Wasn't sure what I would end up doing, ended up working with a terrific Company that is sort of Banking or at least Lending, great young team, respected organization in our community and they pay me for my grey hair and experience.
I'm the #2 guy, don't want to be and am not qualified to be #1 so I support the crap out of him, keep my team engaged (also strong team).
Honestly it's invigorating, but no way I would ever go back to the grind of a large Company
Our plan is end of 2025, I will be 62, Spouse 60 but she told me the other day if she is still having fun she may want to go longer. She is a very successful Bank Manager
My first step on my way was this job where I am the Boss, but more of an Advisor style
We will see where we are then
I'm the #2 guy, don't want to be and am not qualified to be #1 so I support the crap out of him, keep my team engaged (also strong team).
Honestly it's invigorating, but no way I would ever go back to the grind of a large Company
Our plan is end of 2025, I will be 62, Spouse 60 but she told me the other day if she is still having fun she may want to go longer. She is a very successful Bank Manager
My first step on my way was this job where I am the Boss, but more of an Advisor style
We will see where we are then
Wat_Tyler
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Sounds like here. Not sure how much longer the job thing will carry on, but I am doing things steadily to create more income. Maybe I can swap things around and show up elsewhere less - or not at all.
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I could retire now. I am already pulling my SS and will receive my lump sum pension in about a month.
But I have a lot of Debt and I want to replace and update several things round the house.
So, I am going to work for another year and a half and spend about 60 large ones to fix the house up and pay off all my debt.
I will see just how much I put into my 401k in the meantime.
It is hard waiting to get started!
But I have a lot of Debt and I want to replace and update several things round the house.
So, I am going to work for another year and a half and spend about 60 large ones to fix the house up and pay off all my debt.
I will see just how much I put into my 401k in the meantime.
It is hard waiting to get started!
Unfortunately, too many people relate their job to who they are. Studies have been done on this subject.
Maybe start looking for some hobbies to keep you busy.
Saint_Ann
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So on Mondays, I'm you?
HampshireBoy
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The best advice I was ever given was that you should retire into something, not simply give up work. We worked out that we could afford to give up work and had a plan, which involved a lot of travel plus getting on with some major house remodelling and hobbies. So each day we have a plan of what we are going to do, sometimes we change our minds, but this is never just sit around and vegetate.
Unfortunately my wife's health has taken a dip in the last couple of months, which is restricting us, but I never have a "why did I retire?" moment. Just sometimes not sure what day of the week it is
Unfortunately my wife's health has taken a dip in the last couple of months, which is restricting us, but I never have a "why did I retire?" moment. Just sometimes not sure what day of the week it is
About a year and a half after my 9th heart surgery, I noted symptoms of my heart disease returning. That 9th surgery was precipitated by a full cardiac arrest during my 8th angioplasty. I discussed the returning symptoms with my cardiologist, and decided to take an early retirement for disability at age 51. The agency I worked for had a pretty good 401k plan, that had disability insurance attached. After a couple of years off, I contemplated finding some sort of work to occupy my mind. The flaw was with the disability insurance. If I demonstrated that I could work at all, they would cut off my benefits. Those benefits not only included payments of 60% of my salary, but also continued payments to the 401k until I reached age 65. I elected to not work…lol.
The night of that 9th surgery, the surgeon informed my wife that I had a 50% chance of surviving for three days. 25 years later I’m still alive, and enjoying retirement.
The night of that 9th surgery, the surgeon informed my wife that I had a 50% chance of surviving for three days. 25 years later I’m still alive, and enjoying retirement.
Saint_Ann
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Yeah...I was like that 40 years ago.
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I retired at fifty eight. I owe nothing but this months bills. You couldn't get me to go back to work. First thing I do in the morning is smoke a bowl and that sets up my day. I have plenty to do around my property if I get bored. cheers
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Philthy_Phil
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You're Ken and nobody likes you.
bill4672a
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I understand that. Retired for two years now
Saint_Ann
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60+ hours a week is a lot of time to fill.
Lots of colleges let seniors sit in a class for free. No credit but you do get to learn something that you're interested in.60+ hours a week is a lot of time to fill.
Lots of museums have discounts for seniors.
Justhappytobealive
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I retired a few years ago and didn’t realize how much of a sex addict I am. It’s all I think about…..
Jeb56
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Maybe you could fill that time by creating something you’ll be remembered for.60+ hours a week is a lot of time to fill.
Rob_Royale
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When my lovely wife and I relocated to Idaho from Florida, it was with retirement in mind. We bought a ten-acre property with a home in a canyon. I will retire in twelve years and in nine years the land will be paid off and we'll be totally solar. We have a garden and farm animals and there are always things to do to keep us active and focused. I've always known who I am, and what I am is adaptable.
