Explore turning points, everyday joys and unexpected challenges after financial independence or retirement, with the date and original source for each account.
“Money and time well spent!! (So many exclamation marks but they’re meant to convey the real joy that simple beauty offers).”
“I love not setting an alarm and having full authority over my schedule.”
“The freedom is so fulfilling.”
“I had a very fulfilling and financially rewarding career, but it was exhausting.”
“everything is happier”
“I would say the prize has been peace and a truly calm state of mind.”
“I am better rested and feel more calm.”
“I gave myself a year to be purposefully bored, allowing myself to indulge in my whims and fancies. (This blog is one of them).”
“It has been 2 weeks since my last day of work and I've really enjoyed the time off.”
“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.”
