In this chapter, a newly retired individual shares their reflections on the unexpected transition to retirement due to early layoffs. They discuss the challenges of adapting to a new identity, managing family responsibilities, and merging finances with their spouse while exploring the complexities of their financial journey. The chapter highlights the importance of smart investment practices and the balance between job satisfaction and financial incentives in retirement planning.
How would your spouse feel if you retired early while they kept working? In this episode, Eric + Jason talk with our friend Erik, who recently left the workplace while his wife continues to work. How does this arrangement work for them, and why is a coastFIRE path their choice? Topics discussed include being thrown into retirement, finding purpose, talking about FIRE, and much more.
Show notes: https://twosidesoffi.com/erik