Retirement isn’t the end-it’s a fresh start to live with purpose, health, and joy, and this video is such a great reminder! Thanks for sharing! - Lipika - Team Evan Carmichael.
Retired 6 years, I thought I was the only one to realize after 35 years at one company, I did not have any real friends from there. Yes, you do have to make a new social circle; not easy. Thx!
It's so relatable! After spending so many years at one company, it's easy to think that the connections you make there will last. Creating a new social circle post-retirement can definitely be challenging, but it also opens up opportunities to meet people with shared interests and new perspectives. Have you found any activities or groups that have helped with that?
Live in a 55+ community but even so, it is hard. What we’ve found is you still have to make the effort on your own part; life doesn’t come to you. But yes, accept the fact you have to move on and don’t try to go back.
It's great to hear you're enjoying retirement after 11 years! It sounds like your dad’s experience taught you some valuable lessons. How did that experience shape the way you approached your own retirement planning?
@ biggest thing was my dad put off life saying “I’ll do that when I retire”. He loved country music and always wanted to go to Nashville. He never made it. The day after I retired, I rode solo on my motorcycle from Haifax down the US East coast to Florida then West and up into Ontario before coming back. I made a point of stopping in Nashville to do what my dad never did. I’ve always took chances and said yes to things that would make any normal person nervous. I’ve moved to and lived 4 years in Germany, 3 years in Cairo, 3 years in Kenya, 4 years in Philippines and a year in Guatemala City. I’m in my 60s and still taking manageable risks. My dad actually showed me how I didn’t want to live this precious life. He had many fears; I inherited that trait but I fight through it and am much richer for it .
Work is really stressful. When i retire (92 days) I will take some time to let go of the stress. I have plans to do some traveling. My job has shortened my life, I am sure.
Hi Annie, congratulations on being so close to retirement-just 92 days away! 🎉 Taking time to decompress and let go of work stress sounds like a wonderful plan. Traveling will be such a rewarding way to start this new chapter. Here's to a healthier, happier phase of life ahead! 😊
You’re so right. My Dad retired when he was about a month and half from his 68th birthday which he never made. He died 30 days after he retired. I just turned 75 and went from full time to part time. It’s harder than I thought to stay structured. This video is right on!
We are so sorry about your father. We hear this from others as well. And yes it’s hard to leave your career and build a new structured life while also having the freedom to do what you want when you want. They almost fight against each other.
@ Dreamopticsredlightglasses We could have retired at 50/48. Looking back......we should have gone out at 50/48. Our key? we NEVER lived beyond or means.
I started wearing a continuous glucose monitor just cause I am curious to see how my body reacts to different foods and exercise. Made me very aware that I am sensitive to carbs - so all these bean and lentil dishes I was making were really spiking my blood sugar. Now I have swapped to more protein with veggies, not legumes!
That's such a proactive approach, Fiona! Continuous glucose monitors are great tools for understanding your body's unique responses. Sounds like you've found a balance that works for you-more protein and veggies is a win!
A very helpful reminder. I definitely am a planner but have not thought about it in that context. Your content is so helpful.....I still need to execute. cheers, shawn
Looking to retire soon too... but getting bored or lacking purpose would not be a problem for me. If I retire tomorrow, I won't have enough time for all my hobbies, family obligations, volunteer stuff, and real estate side hustles.
Some 30 years ago, I had an employee who was close to retirement and counting down the days. He had plans of traveling the country in his RV and was all excited. The day finally came and he retired. He dropped dead a day later. I'm retired, but I never stopped working because I never wanted that moment when I stopped working.
Hi Guys, love the channel. One topic that you might want to address is for WFH people. I was lucky enough to have a WFH position prior to the pandemic. I really don't have much water cooler chit chat w/my co-worker's. Our meetings are brief and to the point. I guess my question is, how would I miss something that I haven't had in many years since I was in an office in retirement? Thanks
To organize your life or goals its called the perfect day exercise means planning your day could be journaling exercise to help you get clear on the vision for the future you want to create for yourself and determine a path to get there,simple process…
The Perfect Day exercise sounds like a powerful way to gain clarity and set intentional goals. Taking time to journal and envision your ideal day can help create a roadmap for the future. Have you tried this exercise yourself, and what kind of insights did you gain from it?
They let themselves go. I agree that it’s important to have “purpose”. Volunteering regularly at a community kitchen, at your church, or perhaps starting a business like walking dogs in your neighborhood (if the dogs aren’t too feisty) may be a positive thing for retired people.
@@RetirementTransformed I spent every summer growing up at my grandparent's house in the Gardens section (Seaspray), and I definitely miss it. As a 'day-tripper' outside of Philly, OCNJ visits just aren't the same...
I am a woman 58 y.o . Thinking about retired soon or at least at 60 y.o.... but i was start to work too late ,then i would n't get enough money if i retired earlier...😢
Maybe because many people do not trust 'modern' medicine and doctors?....They're in for making profit, not really for giving back your health. Personally, I prefer to live on my terms, it just feels right for me. And try to keep my health for as long as possible. It's the same with everything else: the 'food' industry feeds you poison, as their goal is not to nourish you, but to make profit for their shareholders. And we can go on with many other things...
You bring up an important point! Regular check-ups are key to understanding and maintaining our health, even if we feel fine. Prevention and early detection can make a big difference.
I have worked with hundreds of men over my 45 year career and I can tell you that practically none died right after they retired. Did they eventually die? Yes of course. But EVERYONE dies sooner or later. This BS line of retire or die is just a topic to get people to watch your video. Which I did. Well done.
Thank you for sharing your perspective! You’re absolutely right-retirement doesn’t determine lifespan, but it does change how we live and prioritize our time. We aim to spark conversations around retirement's challenges and opportunities.
Starting your day with morning mass, staying active at the gym, and giving back to your community through the food pantry is a beautiful combination. Wishing you all the best as you embrace this next chapter! 💖
Hi there, retiring at 57 and enjoying 17 years of it is inspiring! It’s true that while some people may have health struggles around retirement, many go on to enjoy decades of fulfillment. What do you think has contributed most to your long and healthy retirement?
Ask yourself two questions: Do I have to work (financial) and Do I want to work (deep satisfaction in your job). Keep working until you answer “no” to both of these questions.
@@adriantostevin5776 I like this method! Simple and to the point: want and/or need. For me the want is currently "no", but the have to is "yes" for at least another three years.
Whether to retire now or wait often depends on your financial goals, lifestyle preferences, and health. Waiting until 60 might provide more financial security, but retiring earlier could give you more time to enjoy life. Have you considered meeting with a financial planner to map out your options and see what works best for your future?
You’re absolutely right-unresolved anxieties can linger and surface when we least expect them. Retirement can be a time when those buried feelings come to light, as life slows down and we reflect more. Have you found any strategies or practices that help address or manage those deeper issues?
@@DW... The 55+ (active) communities are positive for some, but I’ve known several retired folks who had negative experiences in those communities. The comparative (or rather competitive) attitudes that some may have, and the unfriendly cliques that can form can also be hard to deal with. But yes, living alone can be hard and frustrating at times. My mom lived at an “assisted living” facility and she enjoyed it, but most residents were somewhat physically frail to very frail and needed 24 hour care. They were a “captive audience”.
You make an interesting point. Death is inevitable, and sometimes it’s more about the timing than the circumstances. It’s true that some people who retire may have been in poor health even before their retirement.
This is the second video where some UA-camr claims that 'so many people die after they retire'. Just like the other video I watched they offer and data to back up their claim. Here is the comment I left on the other video: Is it true that a lot of people die shortly after retirement? Turns out it's not true. Purdue university did a study on men who died after retirement. The study found that there was about a 2% increase in men dying shortly after they retired, compared to men who continued working. These were blue collar men who had high school educations or less, and were in poor health. The study was published in the Journal of Public Economics.
That's an interesting point! The study from Purdue University provides some context that challenges the common belief that many people die shortly after retirement. It's always valuable to look at the data behind such claims. It sounds like you did your research on this topic! Do you think that people in better health or those with more fulfilling retirement plans might have different outcomes?
People adopt an unhealthy life style from 40 to 60 years old than they spend the rest of their time trying to repair the damage. May be they need to fix their health well before retirement. Not when it’s too late!
Thanks for your comment! While avoiding doctors might seem like a solution, regular checkups are essential for catching potential health issues early and staying healthy as we age.
Retirement isn’t the end-it’s a fresh start to live with purpose, health, and joy, and this video is such a great reminder! Thanks for sharing! - Lipika - Team Evan Carmichael.
Retired 6 years, I thought I was the only one to realize after 35 years at one company, I did not have any real friends from there. Yes, you do have to make a new social circle; not easy. Thx!
It's so relatable! After spending so many years at one company, it's easy to think that the connections you make there will last. Creating a new social circle post-retirement can definitely be challenging, but it also opens up opportunities to meet people with shared interests and new perspectives. Have you found any activities or groups that have helped with that?
Live in a 55+ community but even so, it is hard. What we’ve found is you still have to make the effort on your own part; life doesn’t come to you. But yes, accept the fact you have to move on and don’t try to go back.
11 years into retirement and still loving it! My dad died a couple years after retiring and I learned from that
It's great to hear you're enjoying retirement after 11 years! It sounds like your dad’s experience taught you some valuable lessons. How did that experience shape the way you approached your own retirement planning?
@ biggest thing was my dad put off life saying “I’ll do that when I retire”. He loved country music and always wanted to go to Nashville. He never made it. The day after I retired, I rode solo on my motorcycle from Haifax down the US East coast to Florida then West and up into Ontario before coming back. I made a point of stopping in Nashville to do what my dad never did. I’ve always took chances and said yes to things that would make any normal person nervous. I’ve moved to and lived 4 years in Germany, 3 years in Cairo, 3 years in Kenya, 4 years in Philippines and a year in Guatemala City. I’m in my 60s and still taking manageable risks. My dad actually showed me how I didn’t want to live this precious life. He had many fears; I inherited that trait but I fight through it and am much richer for it .
Work is really stressful. When i retire (92 days) I will take some time to let go of the stress. I have plans to do some traveling. My job has shortened my life, I am sure.
Hi Annie, congratulations on being so close to retirement-just 92 days away! 🎉 Taking time to decompress and let go of work stress sounds like a wonderful plan. Traveling will be such a rewarding way to start this new chapter. Here's to a healthier, happier phase of life ahead! 😊
You’re so right. My Dad retired when he was about a month and half from his 68th birthday which he never made. He died 30 days after he retired. I just turned 75 and went from full time to part time. It’s harder than I thought to stay structured. This video is right on!
We are so sorry about your father. We hear this from others as well. And yes it’s hard to leave your career and build a new structured life while also having the freedom to do what you want when you want. They almost fight against each other.
@ Thank you.
We retired at 53/51 always have check-ups every year, blood work, colonoscopy, etc..... Preventive care a must. Now 63/61 no issues.
Great comment thank you for sharing.
well done for retiring so early
@ Dreamopticsredlightglasses We could have retired at 50/48. Looking back......we should have gone out at 50/48. Our key? we NEVER lived beyond or means.
@@westwoodcoronado excellent - get a pair of our glasses will slow the ageing of your eyes
Lovely chat thanks guys, yes social stuff is very important, you have to see people, awe is cool , have a great day, nice place you are in
Thanks so much
I started wearing a continuous glucose monitor just cause I am curious to see how my body reacts to different foods and exercise. Made me very aware that I am sensitive to carbs - so all these bean and lentil dishes I was making were really spiking my blood sugar. Now I have swapped to more protein with veggies, not legumes!
That's such a proactive approach, Fiona! Continuous glucose monitors are great tools for understanding your body's unique responses. Sounds like you've found a balance that works for you-more protein and veggies is a win!
A very helpful reminder. I definitely am a planner but have not thought about it in that context. Your content is so helpful.....I still need to execute. cheers, shawn
Thank you! Planning is a great start-executing those plans will make all the difference. You’ve got this! Cheers!
Tank you! I love to listen to you.
:)
Looking to retire soon too... but getting bored or lacking purpose would not be a problem for me. If I retire tomorrow, I won't have enough time for all my hobbies, family obligations, volunteer stuff, and real estate side hustles.
Some 30 years ago, I had an employee who was close to retirement and counting down the days.
He had plans of traveling the country in his RV and was all excited. The day finally came and he retired.
He dropped dead a day later. I'm retired, but I never stopped working because I never wanted that moment
when I stopped working.
Such a sad story for sure. Maintaining a level of purpose is so helpful in retirement
that's really sad
The book you mentioned sounds interesting, could you provide the authors name?
thanks
Great video
Glad you enjoyed it
Hi Guys, love the channel. One topic that you might want to address is for WFH people. I was lucky enough to have a WFH position prior to the pandemic. I really don't have much water cooler chit chat w/my co-worker's. Our meetings are brief and to the point. I guess my question is, how would I miss something that I haven't had in many years since I was in an office in retirement? Thanks
God's beautiful creation inspires awe.
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To organize your life or goals its called the perfect day exercise means planning your day could be journaling exercise to help you get clear on the vision for the future you want to create for yourself and determine a path to get there,simple process…
The Perfect Day exercise sounds like a powerful way to gain clarity and set intentional goals. Taking time to journal and envision your ideal day can help create a roadmap for the future. Have you tried this exercise yourself, and what kind of insights did you gain from it?
They let themselves go. I agree that it’s important to have “purpose”. Volunteering regularly at a community kitchen, at your church, or perhaps starting a business like walking dogs in your neighborhood (if the dogs aren’t too feisty) may be a positive thing for retired people.
Yes for sure. Thank you
Where are you at the beach? We're in Sea Isle City, NJ and loving it.
We are in OCNJ! I grew up going there for over 40 years. We love it! Also love the Deauville Inn closer to you! Jody
@@RetirementTransformed I spent every summer growing up at my grandparent's house in the Gardens section (Seaspray), and I definitely miss it. As a 'day-tripper' outside of Philly, OCNJ visits just aren't the same...
I am a woman 58 y.o . Thinking about retired soon or at least at 60 y.o.... but i was start to work too late ,then i would n't get enough money if i retired earlier...😢
We had a retirement party for a former coworker on 6/28/24.
I went to his funeral on 1/2/25.
That’s so sad. Life can be so unpredictable. Here’s to making the most of every moment we have!
It’s ironic, people say they are healthy but they never go to the doctor so how do they know???
Sounds like me. No doctors no problems. But I will not claim to be healthy.
Maybe because many people do not trust 'modern' medicine and doctors?....They're in for making profit, not really for giving back your health. Personally, I prefer to live on my terms, it just feels right for me. And try to keep my health for as long as possible. It's the same with everything else: the 'food' industry feeds you poison, as their goal is not to nourish you, but to make profit for their shareholders. And we can go on with many other things...
Haven’t seen a doctor in 40 years.
You bring up an important point! Regular check-ups are key to understanding and maintaining our health, even if we feel fine. Prevention and early detection can make a big difference.
@@RetirementTransformed exactly, there are silent killers out there
I have worked with hundreds of men over my 45 year career and I can tell you that practically none died right after they retired. Did they eventually die? Yes of course. But EVERYONE dies sooner or later. This BS line of retire or die is just a topic to get people to watch your video. Which I did. Well done.
Thank you for sharing your perspective! You’re absolutely right-retirement doesn’t determine lifespan, but it does change how we live and prioritize our time. We aim to spark conversations around retirement's challenges and opportunities.
We want to go to morning mass every day m, go to the gym, and help at the food pantry💖
Starting your day with morning mass, staying active at the gym, and giving back to your community through the food pantry is a beautiful combination. Wishing you all the best as you embrace this next chapter! 💖
I retired 17 years ago at age 57.
Personally, I do not know anybody who dies anywhere near their retirement date.
I know it happens.
Hi there, retiring at 57 and enjoying 17 years of it is inspiring! It’s true that while some people may have health struggles around retirement, many go on to enjoy decades of fulfillment. What do you think has contributed most to your long and healthy retirement?
I am 56 years old. I can retire now but, if I wait until I am 60 years old, I can get more money. What do you advise?
Wait until 60!
Ask yourself two questions: Do I have to work (financial) and Do I want to work (deep satisfaction in your job). Keep working until you answer “no” to both of these questions.
@@adriantostevin5776 I like this method! Simple and to the point: want and/or need. For me the want is currently "no", but the have to is "yes" for at least another three years.
Whether to retire now or wait often depends on your financial goals, lifestyle preferences, and health. Waiting until 60 might provide more financial security, but retiring earlier could give you more time to enjoy life. Have you considered meeting with a financial planner to map out your options and see what works best for your future?
I think some people have a closet full of unresolved anxiety related issues ...stuffed way down deep.
You’re absolutely right-unresolved anxieties can linger and surface when we least expect them. Retirement can be a time when those buried feelings come to light, as life slows down and we reflect more. Have you found any strategies or practices that help address or manage those deeper issues?
Living alone makes retirement much more difficult...Everyone I talk to luvs the 55+ communities.
Yes we hear a lot of those living alone have additional struggles in retirement.
I not making a bad hash of life alone being a basic recluse all my life helps , not looking forward to my mid 80,s
@@DW... The 55+ (active) communities are positive for some, but I’ve known several retired folks who had negative experiences in those communities. The comparative (or rather competitive) attitudes that some may have, and the unfriendly cliques that can form can also be hard to deal with. But yes, living alone can be hard and frustrating at times. My mom lived at an “assisted living” facility and she enjoyed it, but most residents were somewhat physically frail to very frail and needed 24 hour care. They were a “captive audience”.
The sad fact is people die every day.
If someone dies shortly after retirement surely that means they would have died at work instead.
You make an interesting point. Death is inevitable, and sometimes it’s more about the timing than the circumstances. It’s true that some people who retire may have been in poor health even before their retirement.
This is the second video where some UA-camr claims that 'so many people die after they retire'. Just like the other video I watched they offer and data to back up their claim. Here is the comment I left on the other video: Is it true that a lot of people die shortly after retirement? Turns out it's not true. Purdue university did a study on men who died after retirement. The study found that there was about a 2% increase in men dying shortly after they retired, compared to men who continued working. These were blue collar men who had high school educations or less, and were in poor health. The study was published in the Journal of Public Economics.
That's an interesting point! The study from Purdue University provides some context that challenges the common belief that many people die shortly after retirement. It's always valuable to look at the data behind such claims. It sounds like you did your research on this topic! Do you think that people in better health or those with more fulfilling retirement plans might have different outcomes?
People adopt an unhealthy life style from 40 to 60 years old than they spend the rest of their time trying to repair the damage. May be they need to fix their health well before retirement. Not when it’s too late!
Yes. That was us. We definitely encourage our children to think a lot more about a healthy lifestyle.
Solution don't go to the Doctor for 40 years.
Thanks for your comment! While avoiding doctors might seem like a solution, regular checkups are essential for catching potential health issues early and staying healthy as we age.
Mouth open, yup, typical utube😂
Am I following MAGA folks on this channel?
We are dedicated to helping people live the best retirement ever.
@ I have my answer. Good evening,
Who cares anyway. If you don't like these guys don't watch
Maybe you should get advice from those nasty "ladies" at The View.😅
@@RetirementTransformed Perfect answer