Explore turning points, everyday joys and unexpected challenges after financial independence or retirement, with the date and original source for each account.
“I was anxious about RE last year”
“Three friends – a previous work colleague, a neighbor, and a friend that I had lost touch with – passed away in 2024.”
“I’m sure if I put more time into it, I could drive up the revenue, but I don’t want a full-time job.”
“I’m really excited”
“I have found I do like the firefighting work of being able to solve problems and make a difference and I like the industry I work in so don't see myself giving up on it entirely at this point.”
“Much happier and less stressed to be doing something I see as useful.”
“I love my freedom.”
“A hugely traumatic event”
“I hated it.”
“Travel, btw, is an expensive way to work through boredom, so I’ve had to be a little more strategic with the way I’ve been spending that non-essential bucket.”
