Explore turning points, everyday joys and unexpected challenges after financial independence or retirement, with the date and original source for each account.
The couple left demanding corporate roles and focused on travel, exercise and healthy eating; she still considered possible consulting.
How it felt
Both enjoyed the freedom, though he called it retirement and she regarded her break as a sabbatical. “enjoying the freedom from the demands of corporate life.”
A self-demotion gave him a flexible work schedule aligned with school hours, holidays and the children's needs.
How it felt
He called the arrangement a form of semi-retirement and remained unsure what the next stage would be while his wife enjoyed working. “I’m sorta semi-retired now.”
After military retirement, he maintained their rural property while she studied law, clerked and joined a private law firm.
How it felt
She needed intellectual challenge while he was content with physical activity; shared travel and family visits connected their different routines. “we have all the individual and team activities we need.”
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