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Well, I've been semi-retired fo...Carol --<br /><br /> Well, I've been semi-retired for 15 years now, and have gotten quite used to it. Actually, I had no problem right from the beginning (except a little worry about money) since I was more than ready to give up the corporate rat race and settle into a less-lucrative but more-satisfying freelance career. But my wife B seems more like you -- she retired as a librarian a year and a half ago, and despite two fairly demanding volunteer jobs still feels a little guilty sitting around the house, having so much free time, and worrying that she should be contributing more. But B is young for her age (she looks good, feels good, has long-lived genes) and has a lot of energy, and maybe that's where you are too. But if so, that's not a bad problem to have!Tomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08611148987085476580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-8262481889831197552018-04-02T14:55:04.451-04:002018-04-02T14:55:04.451-04:00I wish I could say I could ever retire but made ch...I wish I could say I could ever retire but made choices when I was younger and experienced obstacles that made that impossible. So I guess you could say I'm more terrified than happy even though I'm not someone who gets terribly stressed out. I'm pretty adaptable and creative plus have downsized a bunch. Right now I'm trying to find ways to be independent because having been a widow, I know I can't depend on anyone else. Rebecca Olkowskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17136102257837831028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-36239053921254031182018-04-02T14:13:58.149-04:002018-04-02T14:13:58.149-04:00I'm new to this blog, and enjoying Tom's p...I'm new to this blog, and enjoying Tom's posts, and everyone's coments. In many ways, at the age of 67, I am resistent to telling people I am 'semi-retired,' let alone 'retired', although I probably work less than 20 hours a week. Did anyone else go through such a period of transition? I teach as an adjunct, and do freelance writing. In the last year, I have been struggling with a strong feeling that I need to rev up my work and recapture my identity through it. On some level I know this is ridiculous. It must have something to do with not accepting / embracing the reality of this time of life. The compulsion to recapture earlier success has become stronger in the past year, since my mother passed away. Can anyone relate? <br />Carolnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-84383052389592120692018-04-02T10:07:32.572-04:002018-04-02T10:07:32.572-04:00Took me a couple of years to learn to leave go of ...Took me a couple of years to learn to leave go of ambition. But I am there now. At almost-65 I am happier than I've ever been.In general,I've been happy most of my life.. even during upsets and set backs,I tend to bounce back quickly. But these elder years are proving to be very enlightening--I am happier with less, and I treasure having my time be my own-- I have more time to spend on my health and iftness.More time to spend with my husband ,just having fun. And more time to reflect and work on my spiritual side. Downsizing from larger house to smaller one (relatively speaking..) relieved me of some housework and maintenance, yet my husband still has enough yard to enjoy his gardening hobby. I get twinges of money worries, but we planned well and mostly it's turned out as we thought it would (interest rates iwll go up eventually,right???) I feel blessed to be able to be retired and healthy enough so far to enjoy it! Madeline Kasianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01322242227493558613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-65271170638500625982018-04-02T01:44:40.225-04:002018-04-02T01:44:40.225-04:00A really fine post, Tom. I agree with all of it. I...A really fine post, Tom. I agree with all of it. It's especially good to know that others are finding the same satisfactions in retirement.<br /><br />Spending our money on the experiences. Yep!Linda Myershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05706455533282204519noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-6029880854097218922018-04-01T11:19:57.214-04:002018-04-01T11:19:57.214-04:00I often quote a. k. chalmers - The grand essential...I often quote a. k. chalmers - The grand essentials of happiness are something to do, something to love and something to hope for. I know that I am a happier person in my 60's than I was in earlier years; maybe it's because I give it more thought now. I am more purposeful, mindful and more grateful. I am definitely happier in my own skin than I used to be; I've learned to be my own best friend. If ambition is a desire to achieve a particular end, then I am still ambitious in retirement since my purpose is to take care of myself and my home space. I invested in my pension during my career, so like you, I have a basic and secure level of income. I have enough. Mona McGinnishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12234038212082778117noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-61404195711755741952018-03-31T21:54:10.390-04:002018-03-31T21:54:10.390-04:00I am very happy in retirement. We spend our money...I am very happy in retirement. We spend our money on experiences also. We have eight grandchildren and two great-grandsons and they are all joys.amotheradaughterandlifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12111277135123420943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-21810685178062867392018-03-31T21:21:02.823-04:002018-03-31T21:21:02.823-04:00I love this research, Tom. I agree with it, too. I...I love this research, Tom. I agree with it, too. I have considered myself happy at most stages of my life. I grew up in a great family and I loved my career. Yet, retirement has definitely reduced the pressures and has allowed me to be more myself. It is a great gig so far!retirementreflectionshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03256842249783275416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-73084036501070459782018-03-31T20:03:27.034-04:002018-03-31T20:03:27.034-04:00Well, I am certainly much, much happier now than I...Well, I am certainly much, much happier now than I was in my 40's. I would believe my happiness set point has crept up a little, amybe even a lot.Olgahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00692441479616299920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-82457952368472440372018-03-31T19:09:51.063-04:002018-03-31T19:09:51.063-04:00I'm in two minds about happiness in retirement...I'm in two minds about happiness in retirement, Tom. When I'm spending time with my grandson, who is almost 4 he teaches me to be in the moment and enjoy myself. I find great happiness spending time with him. On the flip side, having retired early I find it hard to settle and so am constantly looking for things to do to fill the void of working. It truly is a balance but happiness is really up to the individual and what we perceive as happiness. On the whole, yes I'm happier now at 60 - I'm healthier and enjoying more experiences such as travel plus new grandbabies so life is pretty good!<br />Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & BeyondSue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15418770845484399102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-34131658135382562542018-03-31T18:17:40.979-04:002018-03-31T18:17:40.979-04:00Yes, giving back is important too, and can bring a...Yes, giving back is important too, and can bring a lot of satisfaction. Bob, what a wonderful idea ... you'll have a great time!Tom at Sightingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08118442557208675758noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-10019206868720748342018-03-31T18:08:39.984-04:002018-03-31T18:08:39.984-04:00Well said, Tom. Early next year we have decided to...Well said, Tom. Early next year we have decided to take our immediate family (10 of us, including 3 grandkids) to Disney World. The cost means no other major vacation trip in 2019, but we decided to do this in a heartbeat. To see the joy on everyone's face and create lifelong memories is priceless. Bob Lowryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16843991725692979189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-10808685709451544422018-03-31T16:59:22.876-04:002018-03-31T16:59:22.876-04:00I too have been enjoying my retirement, for ten ye...I too have been enjoying my retirement, for ten years now. I am never bored but often find myself wishing I could manage to accomplish more every day. I get my exercise in first, then read or play outdoors, whatever I want. I like especially that I am the one who makes my schedule, nobody else. And I always find time to spend each day with my dear partner of the heart. :-)DJanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07152183871573797791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-58486756939387780792018-03-31T13:05:11.199-04:002018-03-31T13:05:11.199-04:00Love this post. All so true. As I find myself in t...Love this post. All so true. As I find myself in the new role of living alone, I am pleasantly surprised at my interest and willingness to reach out and make new friends, and nourish old friendships. This was so difficult to do when working. Now there is time to pursue this ever so important relationships and stay connected.Carolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17237805282007404140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-22033044472861946922018-03-31T13:01:00.774-04:002018-03-31T13:01:00.774-04:00So true. I am glad I am married and enjoy the con...So true. I am glad I am married and enjoy the concerts, operas, and art receptions with my husband.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-52329511294835516562018-03-31T11:39:42.335-04:002018-03-31T11:39:42.335-04:00Also giving back...feeling that you still have som...Also giving back...feeling that you still have something to contribute that helps others.Taborhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15257045780724471840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-56616680915882708852018-03-31T11:14:05.788-04:002018-03-31T11:14:05.788-04:00Happiness is complex that, as the old saying goes,...Happiness is complex that, as the old saying goes, it is an inside job and I truly believe that it is not a destination but a journey, ongoing.<br /><br />A great post, much to mull over. I am a recovering workaholic. I still take the odd contract but only what I know I will enjoy.<br /><br />I have a tiny family but enjoy them intensely.<br /><br />XO<br />WWWWisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626594980028435818.post-47707493259328405822018-03-31T10:40:43.212-04:002018-03-31T10:40:43.212-04:00I agree. Taking myself and my grandkids somewhere ...I agree. Taking myself and my grandkids somewhere or to something they've never seen is really satisfying. And doesn't have to be dusted off. :-)Celiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14485118642482033233noreply@blogger.com