Life after reiterment

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Anonymous wrote:I retired at 47 yo with a $18M NW. It has been fantastic. Love the freedom to do whatever the heck I want. Been traveling the world staying in places for a month or so at a time. If you get bored that’s on you.

Sounds amazing, so jealous

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I retired at 47 yo with a $18M NW. It has been fantastic. Love the freedom to do whatever the heck I want. Been traveling the world staying in places for a month or so at a time. If you get bored that’s on you.

My last job was in my 20s working while my ex finished grad school. Then I became a SAHM for the next 25 yrs or so.

I considered myself retired from that "job" when my youngest got into college and could drive.

I do frequently get bored but it's far less of a problem for me than constantly being stressed out by kids, the perpetual hustle to get them off to school and stuff every day, be available to drive until 8pm, teacher meetings, reading logs, science projects, sports and practices, road trips to camps and tournaments, all the random things kids throw at you, and then the whole college circus.

I pretty much have the freedom to do whatever I want, I just prefer doing so much less. The last thing I want to do is travel anymore.

My ex would probably give me a job if I wanted one since we're fairly amicable, I just don't want one.

I could probably buy anything I wanted to as well, but I can't think of anything I want besides taking care of my pets.

There is something very calming about having an exact routine every single morning in my robe and slippers slightly before dawn, just like I remember my grandma from the old days, sitting in the kitchen with her coffee. No longer are there the morning "papers" the way they used to be, but I enjoy listening to podcasts from the phone in my robe pocket.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I retired at 47 yo with a $18M NW. It has been fantastic. Love the freedom to do whatever the heck I want. Been traveling the world staying in places for a month or so at a time. If you get bored that’s on you.

My last job was in my 20s working while my ex finished grad school. Then I became a SAHM for the next 25 yrs or so.

I considered myself retired from that "job" when my youngest got into college and could drive.

I do frequently get bored but it's far less of a problem for me than constantly being stressed out by kids, the perpetual hustle to get them off to school and stuff every day, be available to drive until 8pm, teacher meetings, reading logs, science projects, sports and practices, road trips to camps and tournaments, all the random things kids throw at you, and then the whole college circus.

I pretty much have the freedom to do whatever I want, I just prefer doing so much less. The last thing I want to do is travel anymore.

My ex would probably give me a job if I wanted one since we're fairly amicable, I just don't want one.

I could probably buy anything I wanted to as well, but I can't think of anything I want besides taking care of my pets.

There is something very calming about having an exact routine every single morning in my robe and slippers slightly before dawn, just like I remember my grandma from the old days, sitting in the kitchen with her coffee. No longer are there the morning "papers" the way they used to be, but I enjoy listening to podcasts from the phone in my robe pocket.

It depends HOW you travel. The way I do it, it never gets old.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I retired at 47 yo with a $18M NW. It has been fantastic. Love the freedom to do whatever the heck I want. Been traveling the world staying in places for a month or so at a time. If you get bored that’s on you.

My last job was in my 20s working while my ex finished grad school. Then I became a SAHM for the next 25 yrs or so.

I considered myself retired from that "job" when my youngest got into college and could drive.

I do frequently get bored but it's far less of a problem for me than constantly being stressed out by kids, the perpetual hustle to get them off to school and stuff every day, be available to drive until 8pm, teacher meetings, reading logs, science projects, sports and practices, road trips to camps and tournaments, all the random things kids throw at you, and then the whole college circus.

I pretty much have the freedom to do whatever I want, I just prefer doing so much less. The last thing I want to do is travel anymore.

My ex would probably give me a job if I wanted one since we're fairly amicable, I just don't want one.

I could probably buy anything I wanted to as well, but I can't think of anything I want besides taking care of my pets.

There is something very calming about having an exact routine every single morning in my robe and slippers slightly before dawn, just like I remember my grandma from the old days, sitting in the kitchen with her coffee. No longer are there the morning "papers" the way they used to be, but I enjoy listening to podcasts from the phone in my robe pocket.

It depends HOW you travel. The way I do it, it never gets old.

Or you’re easily awed and don’t like time with yourself.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I retired at 47 yo with a $18M NW. It has been fantastic. Love the freedom to do whatever the heck I want. Been traveling the world staying in places for a month or so at a time. If you get bored that’s on you.

Similar, but left a bit earlier than you did. Spend a month or two at a time in more than 60 countries now over the last decade. By now we have lots of favourite spots that we return to often. We do this on at least four continents per year and agree it’s great.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I retired at 47 yo with a $18M NW. It has been fantastic. Love the freedom to do whatever the heck I want. Been traveling the world staying in places for a month or so at a time. If you get bored that’s on you.

My last job was in my 20s working while my ex finished grad school. Then I became a SAHM for the next 25 yrs or so.

I considered myself retired from that "job" when my youngest got into college and could drive.

I do frequently get bored but it's far less of a problem for me than constantly being stressed out by kids, the perpetual hustle to get them off to school and stuff every day, be available to drive until 8pm, teacher meetings, reading logs, science projects, sports and practices, road trips to camps and tournaments, all the random things kids throw at you, and then the whole college circus.

I pretty much have the freedom to do whatever I want, I just prefer doing so much less. The last thing I want to do is travel anymore.

My ex would probably give me a job if I wanted one since we're fairly amicable, I just don't want one.

I could probably buy anything I wanted to as well, but I can't think of anything I want besides taking care of my pets.

There is something very calming about having an exact routine every single morning in my robe and slippers slightly before dawn, just like I remember my grandma from the old days, sitting in the kitchen with her coffee. No longer are there the morning "papers" the way they used to be, but I enjoy listening to podcasts from the phone in my robe pocket.

It depends HOW you travel. The way I do it, it never gets old.

Or you’re easily awed and don’t like time with yourself.

DP: we love to travel. Now that we are retired we go and spend 5-7 days in one place (vrbo) and then move for the next week or two. Just love exploring and sitting at "home" on vacation and reading a book. It doesn't have to cost a ton

[Anonymous]

I am retiring in my early 50's, in about 2 years. I will have a pension and subsidized health care. Initially I may just work out, help my aging parents, catch up on photo albums, etc. I will still have a high schooler to look after so I am not totally free. When he goes to college, I plan on traveling. I don't think I will be bored but if I am I may find some part time work in a totally different field.

[Anonymous]

I retired in November 2024 at the age of 58, and the past 13 months have been absolutely fantastic. With a post-tax annual budget of $360K for the rest of my life and staying in good health, I’ve been fortunate enough to travel extensively with my wife, who is ten years younger than me. Over the past year, we've spent a month in each of the following places: Argentina, Florida, San Diego, Italy, Vietnam, Thailand, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Turkey, Greece, Laos, and Cambodia. We plan to continue living out of suitcases for the next five years before eventually settling down. Honestly, I’m having the time of my life. It is highly recommended.

[Anonymous]

For people retiring in their 40s how did you get your spouse to retire with you? Also I assume you all had grown up kids so had them early?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I retired at 47 yo with a $18M NW. It has been fantastic. Love the freedom to do whatever the heck I want. Been traveling the world staying in places for a month or so at a time. If you get bored that’s on you.

My last job was in my 20s working while my ex finished grad school. Then I became a SAHM for the next 25 yrs or so.

I considered myself retired from that "job" when my youngest got into college and could drive.

I do frequently get bored but it's far less of a problem for me than constantly being stressed out by kids, the perpetual hustle to get them off to school and stuff every day, be available to drive until 8pm, teacher meetings, reading logs, science projects, sports and practices, road trips to camps and tournaments, all the random things kids throw at you, and then the whole college circus.

I pretty much have the freedom to do whatever I want, I just prefer doing so much less. The last thing I want to do is travel anymore.

My ex would probably give me a job if I wanted one since we're fairly amicable, I just don't want one.

I could probably buy anything I wanted to as well, but I can't think of anything I want besides taking care of my pets.

There is something very calming about having an exact routine every single morning in my robe and slippers slightly before dawn, just like I remember my grandma from the old days, sitting in the kitchen with her coffee. No longer are there the morning "papers" the way they used to be, but I enjoy listening to podcasts from the phone in my robe pocket.

Sounds like you’ve never worked in your life.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I retired in November 2024 at the age of 58, and the past 13 months have been absolutely fantastic. With a post-tax annual budget of $360K for the rest of my life and staying in good health, I’ve been fortunate enough to travel extensively with my wife, who is ten years younger than me. Over the past year, we've spent a month in each of the following places: Argentina, Florida, San Diego, Italy, Vietnam, Thailand, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Turkey, Greece, Laos, and Cambodia. We plan to continue living out of suitcases for the next five years before eventually settling down. Honestly, I’m having the time of my life. It is highly recommended.

For people who spend all your time traveling- doesn’t it get old? I spent two months in Europe and it just felt sort of pointless after a while. One more cathedral, one more cafe. I guess it felt like living life as a spectator rather than contributing to something more meaningful. But that’s just me.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I retired in November 2024 at the age of 58, and the past 13 months have been absolutely fantastic. With a post-tax annual budget of $360K for the rest of my life and staying in good health, I’ve been fortunate enough to travel extensively with my wife, who is ten years younger than me. Over the past year, we've spent a month in each of the following places: Argentina, Florida, San Diego, Italy, Vietnam, Thailand, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Turkey, Greece, Laos, and Cambodia. We plan to continue living out of suitcases for the next five years before eventually settling down. Honestly, I’m having the time of my life. It is highly recommended.

That’s great. Which place has been your favorite? Any reason why so much Asia in place of say Europe? Your budget would allow for more Europe obviously.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I retired in November 2024 at the age of 58, and the past 13 months have been absolutely fantastic. With a post-tax annual budget of $360K for the rest of my life and staying in good health, I’ve been fortunate enough to travel extensively with my wife, who is ten years younger than me. Over the past year, we've spent a month in each of the following places: Argentina, Florida, San Diego, Italy, Vietnam, Thailand, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Turkey, Greece, Laos, and Cambodia. We plan to continue living out of suitcases for the next five years before eventually settling down. Honestly, I’m having the time of my life. It is highly recommended.

For people who spend all your time traveling- doesn’t it get old? I spent two months in Europe and it just felt sort of pointless after a while. One more cathedral, one more cafe. I guess it felt like living life as a spectator rather than contributing to something more meaningful. But that’s just me.

Not really. It depends on the person of course, but for those who are curious and like history, there is no better continent than Europe. 50 countries and unique cultures. You could spend an entire lifetime and not see it all.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I retired in November 2024 at the age of 58, and the past 13 months have been absolutely fantastic. With a post-tax annual budget of $360K for the rest of my life and staying in good health, I’ve been fortunate enough to travel extensively with my wife, who is ten years younger than me. Over the past year, we've spent a month in each of the following places: Argentina, Florida, San Diego, Italy, Vietnam, Thailand, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Turkey, Greece, Laos, and Cambodia. We plan to continue living out of suitcases for the next five years before eventually settling down. Honestly, I’m having the time of my life. It is highly recommended.

For people who spend all your time traveling- doesn’t it get old? I spent two months in Europe and it just felt sort of pointless after a while. One more cathedral, one more cafe. I guess it felt like living life as a spectator rather than contributing to something more meaningful. But that’s just me.

I wouldn't like traveling the entire year. But spending 3-4 months as travel is fun. And yes, you have to learn to explore so that it's more than just "one more cathedral". But in reality, I don't get bored with Europe. Can easily spend a week in one place, then pick up and move to another city/location for another 5-7 days.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I retired in November 2024 at the age of 58, and the past 13 months have been absolutely fantastic. With a post-tax annual budget of $360K for the rest of my life and staying in good health, I’ve been fortunate enough to travel extensively with my wife, who is ten years younger than me. Over the past year, we've spent a month in each of the following places: Argentina, Florida, San Diego, Italy, Vietnam, Thailand, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Turkey, Greece, Laos, and Cambodia. We plan to continue living out of suitcases for the next five years before eventually settling down. Honestly, I’m having the time of my life. It is highly recommended.

For people who spend all your time traveling- doesn’t it get old? I spent two months in Europe and it just felt sort of pointless after a while. One more cathedral, one more cafe. I guess it felt like living life as a spectator rather than contributing to something more meaningful. But that’s just me.

Travel is fine, but it can be expensive and a bother. In the end, you can’t get away from yourself, and people all over the globe are pretty much doing the same things. There are plenty of restaurants, sights, and drives right around you. Start there.