Explore turning points, everyday joys and unexpected challenges after financial independence or retirement, with the date and original source for each account.
“I loved the feeling of freedom and using my time how I choose.”
“Pure joy, gratitude, and freedom.”
“Having retired in early 2018 and building out our small farm, I have not had to look very hard for things to do.”
“That flexibility allows me to manage my mother’s affairs more easily.”
“I was actually done”
“Since retiring, the balance has been outstanding – one half to one hour of work per day, followed by freedom and independence.”
“a healthy combination of paid and volunteer work, all by choice rather than need.”
“The decreased stress from the first year has also carried over into the second year, which I’m very thankful for.”
“I’ve hit my full stage of relaxation and am enjoying life immensely.”
“I soon got over the guilt”
