He DIED the day after he retired!! 

I retired in 2013. Nursing. Heavy work loads. Not being able to get vacation due to staff shortage. The door did not hit me in the ass.🙂👍👍🇨🇦

The sad part is that many are forced to keep working financially when their physical health is declining.

My Dad retired at 63 and died when he was 64. I retired at 54 and that was 23 years ago. But most of my retirement I spent caring for my wife who had MS for 26 years. She has now passed and I am free to enjoy my retirement now. But I tend to get lonely and I've joined at retirees group that often goes on day trips. I walk a lot and often do 14,000 steps. It keeps me fit.

This happened to my dad 6 months after he retired, he got cancer and was gone within a couple of months after that. This was a man who worked every day. Never took a day off and worked tirelessly to provide for us. That's why I try and balance my work which keeps my mind sharp with my leisure time. I never had children so that pressure to have to provide wasn't part of the equation for me. I try to live each day to the fullest because quite frankly you never know when it will be your last.

My partner died from a heart attack three months before he was going to retire. I am still in deep mourning.

Oh my Steve, my mother is a perfect example of this! My mother worked for decades at the same job. She loved working and her job. A year before retirement,the major company closed and she was forced to retire early. She was a picture of health and had financially planned well for her retirement. Three months prior to receiving her first social security check, she dropped dead of a massive stroke!! Unbelievable since she had never even had high blood pressure. That showed me that we never really know what lies ahead in life!! Great video!!😊😊

My father was a workaholic who was eligible to retire at age 50. He was offered a major promotion that equal to five times his very generous salary. He died a year later, leaving us devastated. I have never worked as hard as he did. I embraced minimalism and pretty much gave up full-time work at age 45. I've never been happier.

That's why I retired at 62, about 7 years ago. At the age of 68, I had a heart triple by-pass. I was lucky and survived. Please take retirement as early as you can amigos ... Javier from Houston, Texas

So sad, live your day like its your last!

I retired in 2019...right before covid hit. again, nursing. I've never looked back. another person I worked with said, "you shouldn't retire early" (62, we were the same age) and she died of a heart attack at age 64. Nope , never regretted it one minute.

Don't know if this counts with today's subject but I have a memory of when I realized my real worth to a corporate America company. A young man in this early 40's with a family and young chidren went out to lunch with his some of this teammates. It was a carload with him sitting in the back middle. He worked in a different building but my cubicle window looked over the parking lot and front of that building. I suddenly became aware an ambulance pulled up beside their car but wasn't aware of what happened. But that kind of news travels fast. When the men got back from lunch, everyone except him got out of the car. They found him unresponsive. He died there in the parking lot. It really struct me hard. I had worked with this fellow and just like that, he was gone. I started thinking about what was going to happen now. I realized if I died at my desk, the company would do 3 things. They would make sure my body got off their property, check with the legal department to see if they had any liability, and then they would post my job. More and more, I realized I had no real importance as a person. I truly was an FTE, full time equivalent. I know this sounds bitter. I wasn't bitter, I just changed my point of view to me instead of the company. Sorry for the length of this note.

It also happened at my first job. The guy had one year vacation saved he needed to take before retirement, but didn't make it half way through. Also happened at my last job, my boss died shortly before retirement. Better retire as early as possible, you don't know how long you have left. I retired 30 years early, and enjoy every day. Have not missed work for a second.

My grandfathers friend worked all sorts of overtime for 20 plus years. His dream was to drive cross country with his wife in a newly purchased camper. They left about 2 weeks after he retired after a few hrs of driving he pulled over to take a nap he never woke up. He never even got out of his home state.

Like Jim, I was born to retire! I will never run out of things to do in my retirement.

Hi Steve. I think I may have the saddest story of them all, which took place in Rochester NY back in 1995. A co-worker of mine (I did not know him well) was celebrating his retirement after 35 years. He was given a big party on a Sunday, attended by like 200 people, the whole nine yards. On his way home from this party, his car was broadsided by another and he was killed. When I arrived at work on Monday, there was a makeshift memorial for him in the "booth" where he performed most of his duties. It was the saddest thing you can imagine. Will never forget this.

I retired in 2019, I was 49. It wasn’t a traditional retirement. My husband saw how frustrated,exhausted and unhappy at my job and just told me to quit.😊. I have encountered 3 people who have died within a year of their retirement. It made me think about quality of life and work. This is a great subject to talk about. I learn something new every video with you.😁❤️✌🏼. Have a good one!

My uncle passed shortly after retirement. He remodeled his house, bought an RV, because he loved mine. He and my aunt were so excited. It was so sad. He was looking forward to traveling and no job. I was fortunate enough to retire early. Love it too.

That is incredibly sad. After I retired at 60, my doctor took me off several medications in the next year. He lowered some others. It was great! Shows how much work stress does to a person. Savor those mornings when you can sleep in as everyone else is heading into the rush hour traffic.

It’s mind blowing to me that you never wanted to retire. I am just like Jim; I started working at 20 and have hated every minute of it. I’m 58 and getting close to retiring and I absolutely can’t wait. Love you guys btw.

My uncle retired from the military. Continued to work as a civilian afterward. Had a beautiful home built from the ground up! Died of a massive heart attack at the traffic signal on his way home from work. He was only 46.

My neighbor had a tragic story. She retired with her husband and bought a beautiful brand new apartment right next to mine. Days after moving in her husband was run over and killed riding his bicycle one morning, it was so sad, she ended up selling and moved. I’ve never forgotten that story.

Best thing for me was Sunday evenings, realizing I didn’t have to go to work the next morning! I felt so light, like floating in a dream for about six weeks afterwords.

Chronic and prolonged stress is the silent killer. Damages all your organs and impairs your immune system. When my hair started falling out from the toxic work environment, I knew my body was telling me it was time to retire. So I did. Just love being retired and I keep busy doing activities I love. My hair grew back in 3 months after I retired.

Mr. Steve, this is one scary topic 😳 I retired at 59, and I'm 65 now. I did 35 years of service, Administration. At 62 I tripped and fell at CVS, and my left side of the head hit the wall. I drove myself to the ER, and a CT was done. There was no damage to the left side. However, a tumor was found on the right side. The surgery was successful 🙌 🙏 God is good. I don't think about dying. I'm going to enjoy each day the Lord gives me and keep praying 🙏 Your friend in the great Peach 🍑 State of Georgia 🍑 ❤🎉❤🎉

Steve, my older brother died at 62 only two months after retiring. My sister died the same year she retired as well. They both worked hard for years in health care and nursing, but never enjoyed their later years. I never forget that as I’ve been retired for two years and am now 68.

I agree that you need to have a hobby of some sort to keep you going. I know people who pass early after retirement because they just sit around and do nothing. Motivation is a key to longevity. You cannot be sedentary. I broke my leg 2 years before my retirement. I walk with a cane. This summer my sister, niece and two of my great nephews went and did one of those pedal rail rides. It was hard and I was sore days after, but I did it . That was one thing off my bucket list for sure. I'm 70, diabetic and have high blood pressure and cholesterol and medication keeps me going as well as an active mind. Enjoy every minute of the time we have left. So go out there: travel, buy a bike and pedal yourself around ( I no longer drive), keep active! Don't retire and sit in your lounge chair and let life pass you by! Motivate yourself!❤

I've experienced several coworkers who, upon retiring (one never even got to collect his first retirement check), passed away unexpectedly. Usually from heart attack or stroke. I'm of the thinking there's something to the sudden loss of the built-in social life work provides, the feeling of being needed and having a purpose and, of course, going from 100mph to 0mph in a short period of time. In the law enforcement community, at least in my part of the country, we can retire fairly young (for many reasons). After seeing a handful of coworkers pass away so quickly after leaving the job, I, along with many of my contemporaries, now retire as early as possible. We already take enough emotional and physical baggage into old age with us after a career in law enforcement...we need to do our best to make it to old age!

Thanks Steve (as always). I'm a teacher at a community college, and just celebrated my 35th year, I'm always thinking about "hanging-it-up", but my life has changed a bit over the last year that keeps me on the job, a stress-free job I might add. I have known three people from the college who have died (or were killed) within days of their retirement. Two tragically in car accidents, the third was my officemate and dear friend of many years. Within 11 days of her retirement, she died suddenly of an unknown heart condition, of course I was in shock. Being a single woman without a family, she graciously gave generously to our college foundation where I was able to set up an annual lecture in her honor as well as a scholarship. They always say you shouldn't retire from something, but rather to something...words to "live" by.

There was a teacher at the high school I went to who technically retired before I started going to school there. However, he was so miserable being retired, he ended up coming back and teaching two classes a semester. After I graduated from college I moved back to my hometown and started working at the local newspaper, and a few months into working there we got his obituary. He decided to officially retire and stop teaching at 82, and he died less than a month after teaching his last class.

Hi Steve, great topic! I turned 60 a few weeks ago, which has allowed me to even ponder retirement. I, too, have heard horror stories of people who retired, and their body gave up! I had to re mortgage.my home due to a mental health breakdown, which means that I will have to work to 67. Knowing that I have 7 years left that I HAVE to work brings me joy. Don't get me wrong, I love working, and I love what I do, but I also love the thought of sleeping when I want to!!

I had a friend that sold her business September 30th 2006 and she had a massive heart attack and Died Oct 30th a month later. She planned on retiring, buying a custom Van and traveling through out the United States afterward. She never got to enjoy retirement.

I also knew many people who passed shortly after they retired after working at the same company for decades. Although retirement is way off in the future for me, I am sure these reminders will cross my mind when, and if, I retire.

That’s a really sad story, Steve. I’d like to think he retired to a better place, that left his stress far, behind . 🕊

My brother died shortly after he took early retirement. He was really looking forward to it as he hated to work.

I was able to retire at 50 (before the 2008 crash) because of careful spending and investing. Never regretted it. Still healthy and working on my projects.

Hi Steve! I was kinda forced into retirement. I had been a barber for 30 odd years, and developed a really bad back from standing on my feet. I wore out 3 of my lower discs. Had surgery and tried to resume but just l could not! I had about 6mths of being pain relief. I did not want to become handicapped! After accepting sort of l had to go through the process of trying to get SSI to receive benefits of not being able to work. Thank goodness l was married at this time to my wonderful husband that said I'll support us and you can just stay home! I didn't know how to after working all my life. I began working at 13 making extra money, not because l had to! It's still hard sometimes now l wish l could do something that didn't involve my back! It's hard to even take care of our small house! My husband will say don't worry your retired! That's how l started watching RU-vid. Anyway l would just say if you enjoy your work and you really don't have outside activities keep working! My husband is 68 and working full time and receiving SSI. The money is great and he can take off when he wants and his benefits are great! This was a great video! I found you and a lot of other RU-vidrs when l was hurting so bad and really couldn't function! I'm doing so much better than I've been in years thanks to a new Dr and meds! Take care and keep doing these videos! ♥️ You Steve

I'm 65 and plan to retire next June. I'm a senior programmer and data engineer and can comfortably retire financially. I'm not in the best of health, so this hits home with me. I have type 2 diabetes (controlled) and arthritis in my back and shoulders and hips, but somewhat controlled with medicine. I'm not overweight and I think my heart is strong with good blood pressure. So not all of me is broken. I still want to travel and do things after retiring. I too have had co-workers die either shortly before or right after retiring. It just isn't fair. One should be able to enjoy life after working many years. So, this has been on my mind.

ما أجمل أن نعيش وسط ناس على لسانهم كلمة طيبة !..الحياة قصيرة ..أي نعم قد نختلف في الدين و العقيدة و الجنسيّة لكننا بشر تجمعنا مشاعر الإنسانية و الأدب وَ الرحمة ..🌹

Hi Steve! I worked with a guy who retired, i believe in his late 50s after working for the county like 30 years. He used to have one of those running counters that told him exactly when he would be done, ie 8 mos, 6 days and the minutes! I used to tease him about it, as when you asked him he pulled it out of his pocket and told you the exact time left until his retirement! When he finally did he died 2 months later of a heart attack. So sad 😞

Steve, you and I are exactly the same age. I can't believe it has been six and a half years since I retired. Enjoying my retirement immensely ... in fact I just got back from a vacation in South America yesterday!

Hi Steve, I have heard of this too but no one that I know......such a sad story. Been happily retired since 2021. Thanks for the video! 😊

Yes, I've heard about several people throughout my career who retired & then passed away shortly thereafter. So sad! When i was young I thought I'd work till i dropped. After my mother suffered 2 strokes at 96, it made me te-think that plan. I'm no longer all about work & I've slowed down considerably to enjoy my life.

I remember when i retired at 60, we moved from Half Moon Bay (an SF suburb) to Ashland, OR. We sold our home, changed my recovery community, and left the choir I loved. It was quite an emotional transition. Most of the things that all I identified myself with were gone. Luckily, I got connected with the local 12-step community and local singing groups to help me with the transition. I could see how someone retiring without a support system could suffer a health crisis.

Wow! So sad! Yes I knew someone who was in great shape and died on the operating table three months after retirement. He was having heart surgery. We at work were all so Stunned. . I’ve heard of other people at work too who died soon after but I didn’t know them.

Hi I took early retirement after 30 years working in the cemetery. and thanks again for your video

I have many friends who died right before or right after retirement. This affected me greatly. So much so that I retired 3 years earlier than planned. My husband retired 5 years earlier than planned at the age of 60 for the same reason.

I laughed so hard when I saw the video where jim said he started to plan for his retirement on the first day of his job!!!! 😂 That really cracked me up!!! That is so accountant like. 😆

So many things you said I can relate to. I retired at 55 and I'm glad I did. I've known a few people that passed away right after they retired. They never got to collect their pension or social security. It's very sad. I also know people who went back to work after retiring because they have no life and work is the only thing that makes their life meaningful which is also sad. I have hobbies and also do RU-vid which always keeps me busy.

We had a coworker die on the way home from a massive stroke, it was his last day of work. Nice retirement party 🎉 for him and we couldn’t believe it. My sister retired last year at 62 and she didn’t want to at first, I told her to go while she can still enjoy what’s left and now she works P/T and is very happy 😊

I knew a librarian who suddenly took her retireement. I was surprised. She was way past her retirement (she was in her 70ties). She was married to her job, not having a husband nor children. the users of her departement were her children. A month after her retirement, news of her passing got to me. Later on, I learned she had to retire because of a cancer. Every ones who knew her miss her to this day.

I'm only 44 but already had a triple bypass at 43. Once in a while it crosses my mind about my health holding up to make it to retirement age.

Great content and questions Steve! I often read the comments later in the day. I was told by a psychologist friend years ago that one key is finding a job that feeds your mind, spirit and is safe on your physical body as well as offering a decent wage. Those jobs are hard to come by for many. Sadly we take jobs out of necessity to survive and over time they are not good for our health (even though another might thrive in the same position.) But there are so many other factors that figure into this issue. I worked at a University which I enjoyed until the mid 2000's. Because of the economy, cutbacks & layoffs in education in Calif., my job changed drastically for the worst, but I wasn't old enough to retire but too old to find another position in the changing marketplace with good salary/benefits, etc. I even looked to move up to Davis and Humboldt but the same thing was happening there. I lost my enthusiasm with the new bosses and how they treated staff and students. Then a thought (intuition) came to mind driving to work one morning, this job is going to kill me! So I figured out a retirement plan and about how much I'd need to survive. I figured if it wasn't enough after moving here, I could get a local job till social security kicked in but it worked out. I too have known folks who passed close to their retirement age which is so sad.

I worked from age 19 until retiring from a part-time job at age 72 in 2021. That was fifty-three years of being on someone else's schedule, getting up real early, rush hour traffic, etc. Honestly, I'm having more fun now than I ever did before, even though I'm busy with other groups of people. My husband and I worked hard and now it's time to do what we want to do, when we want to do it. Just make sure you live as healthy a lifestyle as possible, and have fun. Good channel - I'm a new subscriber.

25 years at my latest location for my career and I've known 7 that died shortly BEFORE, at the time, or within the year of retiring. It made me scared to retired. I'm not out of the clear as it's only been 3 months since I left, LOL but I'm hoping to beat the odds as I recently got a part time job after finding it difficult to change so drastically. It's definitely helped me cope. I knew all 7 employees that passed on.

My mother-in-law passed within a year or less of her being retired. Sadly her husband could say he was glad he no longer had to go on all the trips theyd gone on during vacations prior to her retiring. Unreal. He passed 8 years later unable to handle her loss. You just don't know what will happen once a person retires.

Oh my goodness! I was just having this conversation with two people yesterday! I used to work in human resources, and I was shocked by how many people would retire and die within a year or two of their retirement. I also know people in my personal life who have died soon after retirement. I just last week lost a friend who died 2 years after retirement. He was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer at the end of July, and went into cardiac arrest unexpectedly on August 29th at the age of 65. There was a cleaning lady in my building in NYC who worked hard for years and was so happy to finally retire and she was gone within the year. It was so sad. You work so hard your whole life, and then don't get to enjoy it. Same thing happened to my boss's husband! And then of course there are all of those who died just before retiring. I had to retire early because of disabilities at the age of 56 and now I am 64. I think of all the people who prayed for me when I was in multiple organ failure and in several comas and they're no longer with us. And I used to be super healthy before my body suddenly took a turn. You never can tell and should just live each day as if it's your last and appreciate every moment that you can with the people you love. 🙏🏽💔🙏🏽😢

Very sad to hear this. But I’ve heard it happen to people my late aunt was one of them. 😒work hard all your life and it’s gone. 💔

My boss was two weeks shy to retirement. He had a major stroke and was put on a ventilator. He died about a month later. He was a kind and good hearted man. Life can be very unfair.

My father took retirement at age 63 and lived to be 92, fortunately he had saved enough so money was never an issue for my parents. He had a stroke from which he almost recovered completely but died after 5 months of a brain embolism and went very quick.

Sorry to hear a woman who died day after she retired .Dad retired March of 1979 age 62 .He died like close to 9 years later Jan 14th 1988 age 71.He did have 9 years left of his life but he was hoping he had more than 9 years but he died age 71.

Thank you, thought provoking 😊

That's why I retired at 62. We aren't guaranteed anything on living. My brother died at 66 and my sister at 64. I will be turning 67 next month, hopefully. I realize not everyone is capable of retiring earlier than their full retirement age, but my advice to all is if you can, do it. Enjoy some years after toiling all your life. My full retirement age was 66 1/2

10 weeks to go after 40 years as a surgical RN. Wonderful career. Hard work yet rewarding. Looking forward to the big day. Not afraid to die on my first day as I have had blessed life.

I retired at 46. Still have a flunky job for health insurance. I'll be lucky to make it to 65, 54 currently. NONE of the males in my family ever made it to 65. Had to give up the stress I was under. Retirement is a state of mind. Keeping busy will save your life.

I retired officially almost ten years ago at 55 which was my plan all along. I am single and always have been, but have a number of hobbies as well as a live of travel in my now 61 year old Airstream travel trailer towed by my now 33 year old Buick Roadmaster Limited sedan. It was almost a relief to retire and not have to worry about being in the closet any longer as sadly, LGBTQ teachers in small, rural school districts are still under constant peril of being fired due to old moral turpitude clauses still found in some teacher’s contracts. Even without such a clause there is still such peril as a determined administrator or member(s) if the board of education can find other reason(s) to discredit and dismiss a teacher as I learned in my last position after 28 years in the high school classroom. I was several years from retirement so tried for three years to land another position, but failed and finally gave up. Had a health crisis shortly thereafter, and spent the next five years recovering to point that I could resume my summer travel plans.

I have a similar situation. My Mom passed away from breast cancer in April of '17 at the age off 66. She would've been 67 that December. She did love her job, but cancer took away her plans of retirement and it makes me mad. It's true how the saying goes, cancer doesn't discriminate.

I was laid off so had a year of “retirement”. A new opportunity came along and I’m bringing in income again. I don’t feel all the pressure and politics at my new job. It pays well, gets me out of the house (spouse died years ago), provides healthcare and allows me to gift money to my son and his growing family. I have enough PTO and holidays to travel.

Yes, everyone knows life is short...enjoy the moment around your loved ones & cherish your health while it lasts

On the flip side my folks retired in 1993 at 57 & they’re 88 & still going strong😊

This is such an interesting discussion. Thanks for posting it. ❤

That's how I feel that's how I've always felt and I've worked since I was a teenager I am now going to be 60 years old in a few weeks,, I worked because I have to I work to pay the bills it's not something I get pleasure out of I never have,, so when I'm able to retire I will do it Happily😊

That is sad that he died. I retired early and I dont regret a minute of it. I too was like you . I saved aggressively when I worked just for incase I did have to retire or otherwise couldnt work.

Many people are working past retirement for someone else..which is my worst nightmare.. I've learned very early to plan ahead & invest. I agree with Jim on his views of work & retirement. A job is a means to pay bills that's it. The workplace is toxic & is treating employees unfairly. Some retirees are creating their own businesses..doing things on their own terms which is great.

Thank you for making these great videos. 👍 yes, totally, I've heard about this.

Retired 29 years ago at 49 years old. It has been a learning about the world, myself, friends, family, authors/books, science, history, learned the guitar, writing, medicine. Sick now with no focus, foggy now to continue reading etcetera. Good thing I got to enjoy _my life_ before this terminal illness. Win. And we all will end.

3 employees at our company also died right after they retired. I was afraid the same was going to happen to me so I decided to semi-retire at 54. One year later, and I'm still here... WHEW! I still work 2 days a week to keep me busy. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

My dad retired in October of 2006 and died January 2007 from colon cancer. He did not know until after he retired that he had colon cancer, but I am sure he knew already that something was not right.

Steve this was the main reason I took an early retirement. I had an experience where a man retired and moved into the "Masonic Home" (Retirement Home) and on the 3rd day he died..... Statistically "They" say that if a man lives to 65 years old that he will live into his 80's...

My grandfather worked in the steel mills in Baltimore for 40 years. He retired in the mid 70's. He had a heart attack the week he retired. He survived, but it was a shock to us, he was 65 like I am now and retired for 10 years. It was always in the back of my mind!

I knew somebody, who somehow retired when he was 40 years old and had 31 years to enjoy life. Died when he was 71 years old. Then again, that's no age to pass away. But at least he had the 31 years to enjoy life. ❤❤

My dad retired on July 5th and died august 5th of 2019 . In September 2013 , I had a coworker retire on the 27th and one died at work less than an hour later .

Working all you life is no way to live. You have to enjoy your life. I had a heart attack right after I retired at 61 to help my father take care of my mother who had a stroke and had dementia. Unfortunately my mother passed one month after my retirement. So I was able to get myself back to health and enjoy my retirement with my spouse. Unfortunately I had two more heart attacks. And survived them. I’m going to be 70 soon and still alive. I’m not ready to go yet.

My dad died a year before 65, so never got to retire. I turn 62 and thinking retiring now. There won’t be any retirement parties. The government hedges you’ll die before 72, so I’ll get $1,680 less if I retire at 62. It took me a year to find the contract I have now. They may or may not renew it. But finding work at this age is not easy. Another option is to work part time. It’s a tough decision.

I retired when I was 65 and I'm 70 now. I don't regret it. I help out with the grandkids. Never a dull moment. However, my father never got to retire. He was 56 when he died. He got diagnosed with cancer and was gone within 4 months.

I’m like Jim, when asked what do I want to be, my answer was always ”Retired!” 🤣 and my stepdad would say, “Yeah, but you need a CAREER to retire from!!”. Well, so far I have managed to be living MY DREAM without giving my valuable time and energy to some job or company. I’ve been self employed most of my life, had a corporate job for 10 years and then found myself downsized out of that job at 53. That following year I discovered the RV lifestyle and decided to sell my house, get an RV, and have been slowly making my way to see every state (except Hawaii 😜) in my RV. I’m 61 and still have to work some, but my life costs less then when I had my house and the FREEDOM I feel is beyond compare. If I died tomorrow, I’d have few regrets, and be so thankful that I have spent my last 7 years pretending to be retired!! 😉

In 1976, my uncle, my dad's brother was looking to retire at 65. 2 months before his 65th birthday he did all the required paperwork or social security and Medicare. The day after he died, his first social security check came in the mail. And by social security regulations, his wife, my aunt had to return that check. So we all need to remember that tomorrow is never promised to any of us

that is a sad story, I"ve heard stories like this b4 but it is Sad. Your Mom sounded like she was a Wonderful Person to know and be around. when I get to Heaven I look forward to meeting her. waiting for your next video. God Bless and take care Steve. 😊

I have been retired about 9 years, I wanted to leave while I was still in good shape because I love to travel. I knew if I waited until I could barely walk I would never be able to do all the things I had planned for years. I watched a lot of people I worked with die within a year of a planned retirement or after leaving for retirement. It’s heartbreaking 💔 that they did not get to enjoy their family and friends after so many years of working. My parents both loved to work and waited until their mid 60s to retire, even then my Mom would sew and make alterations, plus her and my Dad began reupholstering furniture during the winter because they were bored 🥱.

Reason why I'm trying to retire as soon as I can. I will not miss a so called career or job. 😳

I had a co-worker who had cancer. She worked up to almost the last couple weeks of her life. This was 20 years ago. She only got a few SS checks. I am now at a similar age and I am also a widow so I am now starting SS. However, I am looking at working part-time for the extra money and also for something to do.

My dad was a medical Dr. His friend, another Dr., had retired in his 60’s but the next week after he retired he died! That hit my dad hard..my dad didn’t retire till he had to when several years later my dad had a aortic aneurism. He survived that and lived till he was 88. My dad lived about 11 years after he had the aneurism.

I retired at 39, ever beeen happier.

Hi Steve...I was very happy when I finally decided to retire...woohoo. ...I am free yes!!! I should have retired long before I did....take care... Deborah 🇨🇦

Yes, I have heard of a few who retired and then died. I also had an associate at work die. She was due to retire in a few months and she decided she had enough of her diabetes so she totally stopped her meds. She died soon after that. I have a friend who works even though he can retire. When asked why, he said, "What am I going to do, sit home and die?". That older fellow you told us about was right: you have to have a purpose.

Great video! I retired on the last day of 2019, and had worked hard and saved hard for decades, focused on that day. I truly had "2020 vision" Lol. I must admit that in the back of my mind I was always afraid I would die just PRIOR to retiring. I didn't want to be that sad story. Thankfully, it all worked out and I've been happy in retirement ever since.

Some people hate working, but many don't. Many people enjoy making things or fixing broken things. They get a sense of accomplishment from making something better or doing something that hasn't been done before. If you enjoy being productive don't let others tell you there is something wrong with that.

I was a retirement counselor for a government pension plan! This was more common than you think! We could almost predict who would die and who would thrive!

In 05 a friend and coworker died 2 weeks before retirement. Messed with many so much a couple left for a different job. So sad

That’s really awful. That’s why we are on a mission to retire as early as possible!

Let's not forgot Denise P., the Wells Fargo employee who died in her cubicle. She was 60 and sadly never got to enjoy a penny of her retirement money. I've been working up the courage to switching part-time work starting in January 2025, but the comments here really has swayed me to do it.