Explore turning points, everyday joys and unexpected challenges after financial independence or retirement, with the date and original source for each account.
“I was so happy to not work, that that alone was enough reward and celebration for me.”
“Listening to your kids is a wonderful thing.”
“We are what we’ve always aspired to be and got there early through what turned out to be the gift of involuntary retirement.”
“a healthy combination of paid and volunteer work, all by choice rather than need.”
“ample time for spontaneity”
“struggled with turning down money”
“The decreased stress from the first year has also carried over into the second year, which I’m very thankful for.”
“I hope to do more of this in the future.”
“I’m only consulting and still occasionally hustling for my own fun and entertainment.”
“Finding the balance between the two impulses (self indulgence vs. generosity/community/interdependence) is a continual struggle.”
