Knowing When to Leave

The insight highlights the importance of knowing when to leave based on a conversation where an individual valued leaving a year or two early rather than a year too late. It emphasizes the significance of recognizing the right time to depart, even when others may not understand it. The discussion also delves into the challenge of determining when to move on, especially when driven by an intense desire for success and competition. It draws parallels to the concept of workism, suggesting that work has become a substitute for organized religion by providing meaning, structure, and fulfillment, which can make it difficult for individuals to contemplate retirement or transitioning to a new phase of life.