Explore turning points, everyday joys and unexpected challenges after financial independence or retirement, with the date and original source for each account.
“My retirement life is fulfilling with travel experiences and family time.”
“better dad and husband”
“I don’t want to have the biggest bank balance in the cemetery!”
“we’ve underspent by a significant amount.”
“I can firmly say I’ll never return to traditional employment. Ever.”
“FIRE has given me the peace of mind that I can do whatever I want, and not stress too much about affording a living.”
“I don’t miss the job, I miss the people.”
“One anxiety that grows is feeling less and less capable of returning to the workforce, which though I shouldn't need to do, does feel like a door closing on ambition and prestige.”
“this is actually the first house that I’ve enjoyed owning.”
“It does get lonely at times, but I knew that was the price of admission when I embarked on this solo journey..”
