7 Surprising Facts I've Learned About Retirement

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Retirement isn't always a sunny walk in the park. While I have no regrets that I retired in my 50s, it hasn't been without its challenges. Here are 7 lessons learned after four years of retirement.
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@Riggsnic_co 12 күн бұрын

This is my fifth year after retirement. I’e been following the 4% rule thing I saw on a youTube channel, but this isn’t really how hard I expected things to be. After I cashed out a lump sum, I still have about $760k left, but at this rate, and with how the market is (we were putting money away in an index fund), I’m starting to get really worried.

@kevinmarten 12 күн бұрын

Got it! Buying stocks during a recession when prices are down could be a good move. You might get them at a lower price and sell later when they go up. Just do your homework and be aware of the risks before diving in!

@JacquelinePerrira 12 күн бұрын

that's quite impressive, you surely made a good bit of money. I myself invested in warren's BRK-A stock quite pricey but totally worth it.

@Jamessmith-12 12 күн бұрын

I’ve been down a ton, I’m only holding on so I can recoup, I really need help, who is this investment-adviser that guides you?

@JacquelinePerrira 12 күн бұрын

Carol Vivian Constable is the licensed fiduciary I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment..

@Jamessmith-12 12 күн бұрын

She appears to be well-educated and well-read. I ran a Google search for her name and came across her website; thank you for sharing.

@Richardcarlett Ай бұрын

More and more people might face a tough time in retirement. Low-paying jobs, inflation, and high rents make it hard to save. Now, middle-class Americans find it tough to own a home too, leaving them without a place to retire.

@donna_martins Ай бұрын

The increasing prices have impacted my plan to retire at 62, work part-time, and save for the future. I'm concerned about whether those who navigated the 2008 financial crisis had an easier time than I am currently experiencing. The combination of stock market volatility and a decrease in income is causing anxiety about whether I'll have sufficient funds for retirement.

@robert-1miller Ай бұрын

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@Trevor_Morrow_LTD Ай бұрын

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@robert-1miller Ай бұрын

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@Trevor_Morrow_LTD Ай бұрын

I just googled her and I'm really impressed with her credentials; I reached out to her since I need all the assistance I can get. I just scheduled a caII.

@darrellq6954 3 ай бұрын

My hobbies are watching KZfaq videos about retirement 🎉🎉🎉

@alphamale2363 3 ай бұрын

Same

@markgenest6206 3 ай бұрын

Lol. Good one!

@61jrsmith 3 ай бұрын

Glad to hear I am not the only one! LOL

@scoobedoo5243 3 ай бұрын

well, we're not alone. But not a lot of opportunity to 'do lunch' with likeminded folks on KZfaq.

@edwardpate6128 3 ай бұрын

Me too!

@kinpatu 3 ай бұрын

I think the hardest part for me is going to be switching from accumulation to decumulation. Seems like a big psychological hurdle.

@danhanson9101 3 ай бұрын

I'm retired a year ago+ and this is absolutely the biggest adjustment.

@Markazoid6041 3 ай бұрын

So don’t “ decumulate “ keep investing for your families future.

@kinpatu 3 ай бұрын

@@Markazoid6041 you must work for the IRS.

@401KDexters 3 ай бұрын

I thought the same thing - retired 5 months ago - but, it doesn't seem to affect my psyche as much as I thought. I'll post a video on my YT channel about just this subject tomorrow! Thanks for the idea!!

@chrism9037 3 ай бұрын

This was great, thanks Rob. I’m doing consulting work in retirement and like staying busy, but not too busy. I’m not up to decumulation yet, but I can see how that will be difficult.

@jeanlucbergeron3106 3 ай бұрын

Also 4 years into retirement from a surgical practice...I lived through the same 7 facts, they are real...Being a "young" retiree like Rob, my wife / children / friends are still at work. So I decided to do 3 type of activity during daytime; 2 hrs of studying ( finances, engineering, spanish etc ), 2 hrs of exercices ( mountain hiking with my dogs ), and 2 hrs for expressing an art form ( playing music for ex ). I prioritize taking care of others, seeing friends during evenings and week-ends. Life is great :)

@richardkrumm1982 2 ай бұрын

I would never play music for my ex.

@jeanlucbergeron3106 2 ай бұрын

😂@@richardkrumm1982

@auricgoldfinger8478 2 ай бұрын

We are on a bit of parallel paths. I retired 8 years ago from surgery. Retirement for me was a relief. After 27 years, I didn’t want to see one more patient or patient complaint. Had some health issues, my father died (inheritance a factor), and another surgeon really wanted my practice. I was done. Now we raise and foster dogs ( 4 permanent of our own). We live mostly out west so I hike, ski, walk the dog pack, train for a rescue,and love the change. I took up guitar again ( after multiple false starts), and now have 2 strats and a tele that I play daily. I read the books that Rob generally recommends ( I’m on page 900 of the Power Broker). I even go to a Zen Buddhist temple a few mile away for their retreats. Transition was easy.

@jeanlucbergeron3106 2 ай бұрын

Nice of you to reply...@@auricgoldfinger8478...Cool to hear that a surgeon is enjoying retirement. Around me in Canada, it seems a rarity. Some never stop because they have no other interest, some stop late and get depressed... Surgery was fun but life is short and there is so much to learn and do. And age matter for that...( I refer you to the book "Die with zero" )...I sold my cosmetic surgical practice at 52, 12 years ago and never looked back ( also had my share of complicated patients...) I did some assistance part time for friends until 2020, but stopped through the pandemic. I believe in a simple life with less stuff and more experiences. Surprisingly, I spend very little money...I live 4 months / year at anchor on a small sailboat in the Med with my lover, cheap way to see a lot of beautiful places and meet a lot of people...I train sleigh dogs here in the winter and play music in bands ( Grestch 6120 for me...Being a Brian Setzer fan ). Keep it up life is great !!!

@jeanlucbergeron3106 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing...In Canada, it seems surgeons never retire ( because they don't know what else to do, or did not accumulate wealth ) or retire and get depressed...Avg age at retirement is 76 yo, life expectancy is 76yo... Really sad...I loved my surgical practice but it precluded me from learning / doing new projects. So I retired in 2010 at 50 yo although I did some assistance upon request until 2020. Because I never had that much interest in material stuff, I reached FI early. I believe freedom and experiences with real people overrides owning objects. For that you need F...you money. I refer to you at the book "Die with zero" as it reassured me I was not crazy, just marginal for a surgeon...Anyway, life is cheap when retired...It has been the best time of my life although I live with 50K/year...That covers living on my sailboat 5 months/ year in Europe with my lover, playing music in bands and taking care of my sleigh dogs during winter + volunteering / helping friends with their portfolios...As for my love with guitars, I also was a start player for years...Nowadays I play a Grestch 6120, being a Brian Setzer fanboy I guess...Cheers :)@@auricgoldfinger8478

@MrMike-zm8ex 3 ай бұрын

Number one issue in retirement is loneliness. I’m a retired firefighter, 5 members of our department committed suicide the past 10 years. The common denominator was loneliness, mixed with alcohol, a deadly combination. Money was not an issue, they were all very well off financially. Concentrate on keeping social connections. Over 55 communities are one option. Residents take care of each other and have many activities. I have worked in many affluent communities. Their retirement years were very sad from what I observed. The larger the mansion, the higher the level of isolation.

@johngarceau541 3 ай бұрын

I just retired from same occupation. Going to take it slow and get my feet under me

@PJBHolden 3 ай бұрын

If you have family and friends you don’t need co workers to keep you company

@Lazirus951 3 ай бұрын

I've seen this play out with many of my older family members. There is a huge difference between those that maintain active social circles and those that don't. It seems particularly tough for those that never learned how to deliberately maintain friendships.

@rayf5256 3 ай бұрын

MrMike is right on. Social interaction is the key to happiness. Whether that's family, friends or neighbors. A good documentary to watch is Live to 100. They stress food exercise but also socializing. Getting out of your mansion and into a lower income senior community would be a good topic for Ron to research for his followers.

@MrThuunda 3 ай бұрын

That's a very long day....😊@@RickMartinKZfaq

@edwardpate6128 3 ай бұрын

Just recently retired and I absolutely do not miss the stress, conference calls at all hours of the night and weekends and nonstop corporate BS! It's like being set free from prison.

@suzanneemerson2625 2 ай бұрын

Consider not framing it as “wage slavery.” Be grateful for the opportunity to create financial freedom for yourself. The end result may be the same, but the journey may be much less stressful. When people would ask me why I was happy at work, I’d say, “Because my freedom gets closer every single day.”

@joeysocks5718 Ай бұрын

Amen 🙏🏼

@oceansunsetak 3 ай бұрын

We got a puppy a month ago as a solution to bordom and loneliness in retirement. Never a dull moment lol

@anthonyiannozzi6777 Ай бұрын

except when you want to go on vacation and have to pay for dog care. But I agree dogs are better than most people. If it is a Jack Russel lthey might keep you going like you are still working full time.

@sabinekoch3448 Ай бұрын

And I rescued a cat…now have two. My daughter has absolutely promised to take both should something happen to me…😊. There are rewards for her☺️

@BoxOfRain 3 ай бұрын

Volunteering can be both rewarding and can keep you engaged with others and build friendships.

@bballboba 3 ай бұрын

After saving for retirement for over 45 years I too have a hard time with the spending side. I found that if I have the mindset I’m spending my children’s inheritance money, not mine, it’s a lot easier to enjoy the spending … haha 😂

@johngarceau541 3 ай бұрын

Have my kids their inheritance early. Fun to watch it work for them. Hay ground, house down payment....

@bballboba 3 ай бұрын

Believe me we never stop helping our children when appropriate & do it with love.

@StevenBanks123 2 ай бұрын

1- hobbies are not enough 2-hobbies are not enough unless you enjoy them all the time; perhaps introduce a social component involving other people. (See -6) 3-you were thrifty to get to where you are… now learn to spend and enjoy it! 4-analyze last year: see if you did well and adjust by looking backward. Don’t get wedded to some plan. 5-you get busier. It can actually be stressful. Remember to slow down if you are making yourself unhappy. 6-keep your friends. Don’t lose track. 7-if you have a new goal, don’t concentrate on reaching the end point, instead, enjoy the process, the journey.

@Yette 3 ай бұрын

Retired 2 years ago. I still can't break the frugal/saving mentality. I've not spent a penny of my savings yet. Not bragging, it's a mentality

@d.bishop1034 3 ай бұрын

I know exactly what you mean. My wife and I have started a "must spend" monthly budget line item for each of us. The idea is we each must use that amount on ourselves... hobbies, concerts, travel with friends, or give it away as additional charity donations. I'm finding that helps me spend a little more guilt free. My wife...not so much, lol!

@DYI 2 ай бұрын

Yep. Been there. My solution was to go back to work.

@baxakk7374 Ай бұрын

I cannot even go part time, still working full time even though I could retire.

@Curbalnk Ай бұрын

My $5m retirement account has gone up only by 2% in the past year due to rebalancing I did out of fear uncertainty and doubt. What are best alternatives to take in other to secure a financially free retirement and achieve ultimate peace? I don’t want to fail after 22 years of working hard.

@AntagonisticAsian Ай бұрын

Do you plan on retiring before 59? That is what determines it for me. I switched to cash flowing assets because I wanted to retire early.

@gagnepaingilly Ай бұрын

At a point like this, when the pressure is already on you to retire, its best recommended you seek the services of an advisor, as this allows you make smarter investing decisions.

@sommersalt88 Ай бұрын

It's unfortunate most people don't have such information. I don't really blame people who panic. Lack of information can be a big hurdle. I've been making more than $30k passively by just investing through an advisor, and I don't have to do much work. Doesn't matter if the economy is misbehaving; great wealth managers will always make returns.

@Curbalnk Ай бұрын

I've been looking to get one, but have been kind of relaxed about it. Could you recommend your advis0r? I'll be happy to use some help.

@sommersalt88 Ай бұрын

*Jennifer Leigh Hickman* is the licensed advisor I use. Just search the name. You’d find her webpage and necessary details to work with to set up an appointment.

@moosesmart 3 ай бұрын

After one year of retirement I realized that I don’t need to be in a constant rush - especially when I’m driving to go someplace. It was almost a given that I needed to be driving at least 5 mph over the speed limit. Now after one year into retirement I just get in the slower lane and relax.

@61jrsmith 3 ай бұрын

Ditto! I used to be a speed demon always driving with WAZE on just to be sure I wasn't getting tickets. Now that I am retired I seldom am in the left lane and I need to use the cruise control just to drive fast enough to get to the posted speed limit. It's great!

@d.bishop1034 3 ай бұрын

I'm still trying to learn this... not there yet!

@miatafunrun3078 3 ай бұрын

@@d.bishop1034 Don't rush to get there. When you slow down or feel the need to, it indicates you are mentally and physically going down hill. Inevitable when we age but we want to keep doing things at normal speed as long as we can.

@bobbob2380 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for getting over. I’ll be right there with you.

@joekuhnlovesretirement 3 ай бұрын

Love adding the emotional and personal side of retirement. You’re the master

@user-rc1hv6zn8m 3 ай бұрын

Your not to far off Joe. I am thankful for the content you and Rob deliver. You guys are receiving some idolization in the KZfaq world so it is rereshing to hear the more human and vulnerable reflections of your retirement journey.

@johndherman75 3 ай бұрын

I retired early at 56, and then moved into related teaching and writing, while also helping my wife care for 2 grandkids weekdays for 9 years (the reason for the early retirement). I'm now in a new phase, looking for how I might be able to make a difference in some other ways. I've just begun to watch your videos and find them very helpful! I affirm this phase in your life, and with many other people I appreciate your willingness to share not only your financial perspectives, but also your life perspectives. Thanks!

@bennri 3 ай бұрын

I want to do teaching but I work in machine learning, and the techniques become outdated so quickly!

@neilfoster5397 3 ай бұрын

My retirement hobby is pickleball. Can’t recommend it enough due to the fact that it checks multiple boxes. Exercise, socializing, enjoying outdoors and can be enjoyed by almost anyone.

@gg80108 3 ай бұрын

It's all good and fun until 0-0-2.

@freedomlife3623 2 ай бұрын

Check out the stats of pickleball injury in USA. Yoga & walking group is lot safer to accomplish the same thing.

@neilfoster5397 2 ай бұрын

@@freedomlife3623 safer choices for sure, but comparing apples and oranges in my view. Playing pickleball is way more fun! It’s a game, with real competition, and yes a risk of injury like most sports.

@williamharberts5514 3 ай бұрын

Learning to spend was the hardest part for me. But! I found that I had no trouble fully funding Roth accounts for my four sons and their four wives. Five years and about $200K later I convinced myself that I had managed to get them started investing for themselves and I no longer have a problem pulling from my retirement accounts for my own benefit. By trying to teach them to invest for themselves and getting them started, I managed to teach myself to that my investments had a use other than to sit with a high balance at an investment firm.

@tomesplin4130 2 ай бұрын

I retired from corporate executive life 3 years ago. I took up rainforest regeneration (luckily on my doorstep), an activity I love. Keeps me fit, provides routine, and gives a great sense of satisfaction. 4 to 5 hours each morning on weekdays. I also do gym, help with our grandchildren, handyman help for kids, and we take 2 good vacations each year.

@prydegirl 3 ай бұрын

Retired day 1. Saved as much as I could, worked longer than I wanted. Retired at 60. Here’s hoping.

@tjrossi12 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Rob ! Retired a year ago @54yo, . Similar experiences.I've found myself almost living in isolation. Appreciate all your vids.

@bifeldman Ай бұрын

All my life I played music, and when I saw retirement on the horizon I went back to the conservatory. I lucked out with a stupendous teacher. My life is now organized around my weekly lesson. I work harder than ever and can say I have not had one minute of boredom. Whatever I give to my efforts, I can always give more.

@puggynugz922 2 ай бұрын

I was asked several times if I was anxious about my husband's retirement. He was an airline pilot so we were used to time apart regularly. So far, it's been an easy adjustment. He knows I'm keeping my schedule and activities. He's put together his own, and we've added things we like to do together. I'm so grateful he hasn't expected me to keep him busy or entertained.

@ld5714 3 ай бұрын

Hi Rob. I'm 13 years into my retirement journey that started when I was 62. I experienced all the areas you discussed and one in particular, #5 had me laughing out loud as you discussed it. That is exactly my experience and many times I can recall telling my family or friends I can't believe how I was able to get all of my usual things done, when I had the inconvenience of working full time 🙃. Your days do indeed get filled and busy. As to other points, for me I feel there is a difference between my hobbies and things I am passionate about. Maybe it's just me, but I do have activities or hobbies that I am very passionate about. One is life long learning, another is automotive related performance, repair, classic car restoration and building cars. My son shares the same passion and we do a lot of work together and at times share projects. I appreciate your channel and always look forward to your new content. Thanks for all you are doing Rob; I truly appreciate you sharing your knowledge and insights. Larry, Central Valley, Ca.

@susanharkema2888 3 ай бұрын

THANK YOU, Rob, for your personal, shared wisdom. Having watched you for a number of years on YT and your Q&A sessions, hearing your personal reflections is GOLD for us.

@helgashighway1869 3 ай бұрын

I love #4, using the 4% rule as a sanity check. I'm planning for retirement within the next two years, and I've built the GoGo, SloGo, NoGo phases of life into this plan. I want to get the most out of life before my desires whittle down to watching the Weather Channel. If I can withdraw 5-6% during GoGo, 3-4% during SloGo, and 2-3% for NoGo, the rest can be used for End-of-Life care. Thanks for all your insight!

@Lazirus951 3 ай бұрын

I've never thought about retirement this way, but it's true. I too want to do a lot of traveling and road-tripping in my early years of retirement, but once I get that out of my system, spending will be much less.

@don_werb_9798 3 ай бұрын

In just over 15 minutes a remarkable recitation of the major challenges of transitioning to retirement! Quite a feat!

@jamesjacobs5338 3 ай бұрын

Rob, This was brilliant. I spent the last year thinking about retirement. I retired 3 months ago after 45 years as a physician. I think you are spot on. The Wall Street Journal recently highlighted a book, "Lonely At the Top" by Dr. Thomas Joiner. It describes how retirement is often very different for men than it is for women. Namely, men - much more than women - need to be newly proactive in rediscovering and nurturing their friendships with other men. Whereas most women have maintained their friendships through the years so their retirement is more naturally filled with camaraderie and good times. And it is often the degree of social interaction with others that really determines how happy we are.

@CIST3 2 ай бұрын

That makes perfect sense. It’s also why women bounce back from divorce quicker.

@lailaatallah1857 3 ай бұрын

Very thoughtful - I love how holistic your insights are.

@mrbrown30238 3 ай бұрын

#3 Thanks for being truthful and real. I've wondered about this one. I like the "sanity check".

@jasonbroom7147 2 ай бұрын

Catching a fish is a goal. Going fishing is an activity. Conflating the two is not in your best interests, and going fishing is an excellent retirement activity. :)

@Swimallsummer 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing this Rob

@frankchimento2080 3 ай бұрын

So comforting to hear that I'm not the only one experiencing those same feelings, thanks Rob!

@Rambleon444 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your wisdom!

@kellymorvant 3 ай бұрын

Great info Rob! Thank you for your transparency.😊

@wwatson6693 3 ай бұрын

Very well said. Thank you for the well done videos.

@e-care-books9867 3 ай бұрын

A great post. This took some guts to post. So, good for you, Rob.

@mariangroeneveld7401 2 ай бұрын

Rob, thank you for sharing your experience!

@krisj99 3 ай бұрын

Enjoyed your insights, especially the last point.

@johnnyboyvan 3 ай бұрын

You are in your 50s?? Wow I was deceived. I retired last June at 57 and love ❤️ it. Feels great.

@benhall8152 3 ай бұрын

Really insightful! Thank you for sharing!

@dseagull3567 3 ай бұрын

This was a excellent, insightful video. Nice job Rob.

@augustocezar7557 3 ай бұрын

Hi Rob. I hope you're doing great. It may not be Your Goal, but I have been improving my english through your videos (I'm Brazilian, 31), your clear way of explaining the topics are perfect for my vocabulary. 😂😂😂 while I can focus on learning about my financial goals as well. Thank you for everything. Junior Cezar

@TylerG7777 2 ай бұрын

Your English is great! Congratulations, you’re doing a wonderful job with the language. It’s a lways a great idea to immerse yourself in language learning by listening to topics that excite you. I do the same with Spanish and German.

@9timmer 3 ай бұрын

Wow! Great observations. I have been retired about ten months and I have been working through these same issues (although I was not able to articulate them so well). Thanks

@davemiller704 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing Rob, I recently retired and can relate to all them.

@Jeff-Dr 3 ай бұрын

Excellent! As you went along I was checking off boxes. You hit everything that’s been bugging me. The spending is a big one but I think I miss the people more than anything. Well done Rob, thanks.

@user-mm8jv3tn2l 3 ай бұрын

Rob, I truly enjoyed this video. I enjoy alot of your videos but thanks for sharing some of your personal experience. I have been retired for almost 3 years was also a very goal driven person. One of the tricks that I used through the years was to tweak or redefine my goal when I became frustrated. I have used this and currently my mantra I sto,e from an old Nissan commercial. " Life is a journey, enjoy the ride" Please continue with your videos. It has become part of my enjoying the ride. RSB in NC

@davidfremmer8119 23 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing your findings, I find your insights very helpful.

@CharlesDunkley 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for reminding me about George Leonard's Mastery. That's a book I've been meaning to read for a long time.

@von6437 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for your thoughts

@twilde3754 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Rob. Good information.

@LarryManiccia 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Rob. Your knowledge and insight is always helpful. Still plugging away for another nine years but hoping to keep taking in little tid bits between now and then to hopefully be prepared .

@gnoekus Ай бұрын

Uncle Rob, thank you for another great sharing video, greetings from Malaysia :)

@JerryJ.77 Ай бұрын

Great insight as always and the comments you get on your channel are as thoughtful as the videos themselves.

@johnsullivan4413 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, Rob. I really enjoy your videos. I retired about 3 years ago at 62 and I have experienced many of the same things you discussed. Life feels very busy and I often wonder why. We spend lots of time with grandchildren who live nearby. I also am pretty frugal about spending my savings. But fortunately I have some hobbies that I really enjoy.--gardening, drawing and painting, reading, playing my guitar, and writing (working on a children's book). I do my own version of yoga in my living room for an hour or so first thing in the morning and we go for at least two walks a day. I love gardening in my front yard year round here in Cali and I enjoy seeing and chatting with my neighbors in the process. I also love reading a good mystery novel on my front porch. Thanks again, Rob!

@wallylasuer6886 Ай бұрын

Great content, I’ve been retired for 3 years. My wife still works. The hardest thing for me is transitioning from a savor to a spender, I mean I still get anxiety pulling out of my funds for living or vacations even though we’re fairly well off. It’s very hard to let go of what you’ve been for all your working life.

@paulkempkes8292 3 ай бұрын

Thanks, Rob!

@mariadillon860 2 ай бұрын

Thank you Rob, I really enjoyed your video. I am 2 1/2 months into my retirement and really enjoying not having all the stresses that come from working ias a physio in Healthcare. One thing you said that really resonated with me was to do activities, such as your KZfaq channel, just because you enjoy it. I started a Lifestyle blog about 2 years ago. I have 9 subscribers over that time period. I often ask myself the ‘Why am I bothering?’ question. It always comes back to the same thing - I really enjoy it. It is an opportunity to consolidate my own learning, books read and travels. The process of my learning comes from the sharing aspect. Also, it’s nice for me to access it and recapture some of those learnings. So, as you said, it is not always about the numbers of people that are subscribed - but the enjoyment of the process. 🥰

@marcboisvert8180 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for this great window, once again. Because of health issues with my parents, I have decided to retire at 56, a few months ago, to spend time with them, about 2 years earlier than I was originally planning. I found I already understand too well what you are talking about here. Still struggling to adjust to this new life. I have started to watch your videos because I did not agree with a few of your statements. Then I came back and subscribed because you make me challenge my thinking, and see if I can artistically properly my strategies. I love to be challenged and learned at the same time!

@rmoore58 3 ай бұрын

When you’re working your time is spent doing things for others, when you’re retired you have to decide how to spend your time

@mezjandallas1016 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Rob for all those insights. I could relate to a lot of them. One of my greatest challenges was figuring out "what" I wanted to do next. The need for a clear worthy purpose to get up to and work towards with consistent daily focus seems critical. I've also slowly come to realize that the more important question is "how" I am doing whatever I'm doing. Sounds a bit like what you described in the book "Mastery". Along with the "what" to do, comes confusion about our own identity. For years I would say "I work for IBM" and that was a big part of my social identity but afterwards it was hard to define who I really was when introducing myself.

@SilverNomad 2 ай бұрын

Great video. I've been retired for 8 years now, and I have experienced all of these 7 facts. I can especially relate to feeling busier now than I was when I worked a 9 to 5 job. The other fact that is so true for me is maintaining friendships. For me, that takes a lot more effort than I had imagined.

@saksitb3491 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for your information. It helps a lot with my decision.

@theamerican7131 Ай бұрын

good info. thanks

@Harry_16710 3 ай бұрын

Great insight, Rob👏👏 Probably should watch this one again with the Mrs.

@Tubularicious 3 ай бұрын

Great Message!! I retired in 2019 and found your list to be right on point with the situations we faced. Particularly the mindset to transition from a lifetime saver to a spender of the nest egg. The social aspects are challenging but are very important. The covid isolation years did not encourage a healthy transition but things got better and the effort required to engage and build new relationships diminished a bit. I'm glad you shared these points and how you pivoted in each case!! I enjoyed a nice chat with you at Fincon21 in Austin, thanks for spending the time to connect with a reader/fan. I look forward to your quality content as new videos are released. Could that content creation routine be part of the stress?

@kerryhager1841 Ай бұрын

I have watched retirement videos of every kind for about 15 years. I've read and continue to read about retirement and have a small library on the subject. 😂 Your take is so refreshing! I very much appreciate the 'real life' perspective of things you've learned along the way. I'm retiring this year AND launching my last child, so it's been an emotional year, but I also feel ready. Thank you for sharing, I look forward to watching more of your videos.

@BearPapa49 3 ай бұрын

That was my goal to get in my years of service in and age so I can retire and on to my next point in life . We you said it . I got hurt at work by horse playing employees . Changed my whole life and it’s impacted me to the extent I am managing my day trying to make it through the day without difficulties . Rob your right you hit on all factors . Number 8 is making it through the day without difficulties to my body .

@SummitMan165 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing personal things of your journey ! Only 48 here but I may have to slow down soon to join my wife who’s 62 and thinking of pre retiring in the coming years. Keep up the good works !

@user-fu1ut2rt4j 2 ай бұрын

As I'm in my 60's closing in on "hanging it up'...this video was very timely and helpful.

@robertpollard4786 2 ай бұрын

I've loved your videos for the sage financial information you provide but this one was particularly special. As a 65 year old, semi-retired psychologist, you are spot-on with your experiences and recommendations. And your sincerity in this video comes through clearly and tenderly. Regarding #7, about being satisfied with plateaus vs end results, that's important. A colleague offers the analogy of frogs hopping onto lily pads. Their goal may not at all be on reaching some destination, but enjoying the particular lily pad they happen to be on or happen to hop on to another one when the mood strikes. Keep up the great work, Rob.

@ChatGPT-xm7xs 3 ай бұрын

Great video sir.

@johnstokes4235 3 ай бұрын

Very interesting perspective. I have retired thousands of people as a financial advisor and learned things here to apply to my clients going forward.

@pc3822 3 ай бұрын

Wow, you touched several very good points there! I am also in my 50's and retired. I did ease into retirement similarly to how you described in your situation. It was great listening to you because I kind of had those same feelings and thoughts but was struggling to organize them in my head. Thank you very much for sharing! 🙂

@patandanna69 3 ай бұрын

Rob, great video! Appreciate your perspective and can sympathize with the wifey tough love!!

@davidrogers0717 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Rob for the unique insights for those of us still working and in the accumulation phase. very helpful as we plan for financial and non-financial aspects of retirement.

@shmerlingz 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for this great video and channel. From a fan from Israel

@kansoramzi 3 ай бұрын

Bob hi, thank you so much for your words of wisdom. I am within four years of retirement so it’s good to have a window of what to expect. Thank you again.😊

@MichaelToub 3 ай бұрын

Great Video!

@betsymoore234 3 ай бұрын

Great content here. I’m retiring in my early 50’s from my career because quite honestly, these desk jobs are literally killing us.

@sabinekoch3448 Ай бұрын

I had to work to 65- would never have had enough money in my 50s - you are lucky.🍀 😊

@NoLegalPlunder 3 ай бұрын

You have to throw out the three-by-five card of conventional thinking and flex your imagination. There's a million fun things to do with, or without, other people. Things I can't wait to do once I hang up my spurs: photography (film and astrophotography), astronomy, woodworking, landscaping/gardening, painting, drawing, get better at guitar, learn piano, tennis, basketball. The list goes on and on.

@gg80108 3 ай бұрын

Your not getting any satisfaction out of sports that depend on your body.

@chrismd00 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for your perspective! I'm planning to retire at 55 and enjoy my years!

@davidcross-jq6zw 27 күн бұрын

Thanks Bob. First of your videos I have watched. Relevant and helpful. Working on avoiding the social isolation problem. Retirement is different been at it 4 months with a long way to go.

@BobDobbs681 3 ай бұрын

I've never had a hard demarcation between work and retirement. Most of my life I've worked for myself or small companies with very flexible schedules. I've drifted back and forth between work and what I want to do when not working (i.e., retirement). Early in my career it was mostly work, and now later in life retirement is taking most of my time.

@BigTymer0007 2 ай бұрын

This is your best video yet. But perhaps will be the most overlooked.

@waddles7503 3 ай бұрын

One piece of advice I wish I had followed was to “retire to something, not from something.”

@jasonport2907 3 ай бұрын

I like the term "transition" rather than "retire."

@davidperrone5771 3 ай бұрын

Great insights Rob and can relate to them all. I'm coming up on one year. The Mastery one is very appropriate. Also we follow same spending rule you do. Spend then calibrate to make sure we are staying in our lane.

@16352huey Ай бұрын

You nailed it! Retired at 60. After catching up on all the neglected honey-dos I found that so much of my identity was tied to work relationships. Now volunteering in community and find it more personally fulfilling than my last few years of work. Family, Faith, Health, Community, is a good start to a happy retirement. Keep up the good work. You’re right about spending retirement savings…it’s more complex than I imagined. Blessed to have this problem.

@teresasinchak8121 3 ай бұрын

This guy is not only smart, he's wise. I've been in retirement since 49, now 71 and I can relate to all 7 points. Quantm physics can explain some of our experiences with time, not only in retirement.

@mikeflair6800 3 ай бұрын

Rob - In the real corporate finance world, the budget controls spending. The 4% rule (or any other personal rule) is the budget setting rule. Budget Plan plus Budget Execution (aka cost control) = success. There is no fear in planning and achieving success.

@johnkumpelis1121 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Rob for this vid! I'm retiring in two days at age 55 and so appreciate your personal insights about this. I hope I'll be too busy to even think about wanting to work again in a 9 to 5 capacity.

@pauldenali6367 2 ай бұрын

Great video Rob and some of your best advice. There are a ton of good videos about the financial aspects of retirement. But not enough about the practical day to day experience of retirement and the life changes that it brings.

@jamesdeagle 2 ай бұрын

Excellent presentation! James Deagle

@davidwasserman6586 2 ай бұрын

Thoughtful talk....:)

@kevincleveland2949 3 ай бұрын

Another great video Rob. Thank you for taking time to share your thoughts. I've been retired now for about 14 months and have been LOVING it! Regarding your points, number 4 and 6 I totally relate to. The withdrawal rate is a bit of an afterthought, and like you said, used to make sure I'm not mortgaging our future. Your 6th point is what I've enjoyed most about retirement. Long lunches with friends / family or weeknight visits / dinners, with no stress of needing to get to bed to go to work the next day. I've heard another person suggest that retirement comes in 4 phases - the "vacation", mild depression (looking for meaning), various attempts to find meaning, and finally finding new meaning/purpose. I'm still blissfully in the "vacation" stage I suspect. Given that you are four years in, do these phases resonate with you, and if so, which one do you see yourself in? Thanks for all that you do to inform and educate us! I really appreciate it! All the best...

@restoreamerica1558 Ай бұрын

Very good information, as a recent retired, all these comments are so true. The working at keeping and making new friends are an important part, because in may cases, the older you get, the more you have to work at that part. During my working years I lost contact with many because of my intense travel schedules just didn’t leave much spare time. So most were working friends. A few have passed on, but also many are not as socially active as they age. Rob also hit the nail on the head about spending too, it took better then 2 years to convince myself to do so. Like Rob I seem to still have plenty to do, I was always rushed before, so now I had to learn to slow down and enjoy. I good thing to tell yourself for me was “there is always tomorrow”!

@sabinekoch3448 Ай бұрын

Your desk is so nice and neat- I think I’ll start there…😊

@brendasears9650 3 ай бұрын

Lean into the plateau...good stuff.

@pciduncan 3 ай бұрын

Also a recent retiree, I found your video to be extremely informative and helpful. I enjoy all of your videos, but this one especially spoke to me. I find that I have many of the same issues that you spoke about. Retired for about 2 years, I still have trouble thinking about taking money out of retirement accounts. Also, I have avoided adding hobbies and activities for exactly the reason you mentioned - I feel like there always needs to be a goal. In any case, you've given me much to think about and act on. If you haven't already read it (or heard it), you might also enjoy Dick Van Dyke's book 'Keep Moving'. Thanks for this video and for all of the good advice you've given in your other videos.

@michaelsd284 3 ай бұрын

Hi Rob, a little off topics, but watching you video's its easy to notice all the books in your bookshelf. When you are up to it and want a little break from retirement finance, maybe give us a review of your top 10 books you recommend just for the pure enjoyment.