Early Retirement
I will discuss first the benefits then the pitfalls. Those who perceive themselves to be in poor health, stressed, or dissatisfied with their work, find reduced stress and improved health once they retire. Furthermore, there is also more time to pursue interests. For some it's creating new work opportunities. For other it's spending more time with the grandkids or writing that great Canadian novel. Many find travel to be fulfilling, for example planning a big trip as a way to keep busy for the first six months after retiring to avoid the sense of loss and depression. Indulging in hobbies or athletics activities are fulfilling too. If people are physically fit, financially secure, and mentally sharp, many of the problems of aging kind of fall away. Volunteering is a good way to make retirement enjoyable as well. Early retiree named Michelle Traynor sums up the benefits of retirement: she said "I really enjoy the fact that I don't have to answer to anyone but myself now." On the other hand, there can...
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