All I knew when I retired at 60 was that I wanted something radically different for the next chapter of my life. I could not stand the thought of sitting comfortably in the same suburb for the next 20-30 years.
Moved 5 hours away, to a small town, into an old house with a big garden close to the sea. My days are filled with new routines, new places and people and its been invigorating.
Perhaps it was courage or just a desperate need to escape the geography of the last 44 years of work.
Totally agree! Unfortunately many retirees hide away from being curious and courageous. Those that retain these two human traits often times experience a life of adventure and satisfaction.
From a personal point of view, these two traits have served me well in my retirement.
All I knew when I retired at 60 was that I wanted something radically different for the next chapter of my life. I could not stand the thought of sitting comfortably in the same suburb for the next 20-30 years.
Moved 5 hours away, to a small town, into an old house with a big garden close to the sea. My days are filled with new routines, new places and people and its been invigorating.
Perhaps it was courage or just a desperate need to escape the geography of the last 44 years of work.
Totally agree! Unfortunately many retirees hide away from being curious and courageous. Those that retain these two human traits often times experience a life of adventure and satisfaction.
From a personal point of view, these two traits have served me well in my retirement.
What are the two major factors?