Bold leap into retirement

cloud_dog

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81941320#Comment_81941320

Best thing to do is to work the numbers. If they add up (with appropriate contingency), then you should be good.

katejo

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81941413#Comment_81941413

I have checked the numbers. They are ok. My nervousness is more about other aspects of retirement. I have been in my current job so long.

DadAlone

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81941362#Comment_81941362

Thanks. Currently I'm feeling good with my decision. Ultimately despite Trump's constant madness I think the numbers add up so there is no reason why I shouldn't retire. If I find myself horribly boredat some point in the future I'm sure I could find an easier job, probably local, to fill some time.

LHW99

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81941426#Comment_81941426

Have a look on the web for activities in your local area. Most villages have at least a few meetings / clubs / groups and more in larger towns. There are also a lot of free courses etc online if you have particular interests. And no need to give up contact with everyone you work with - you can just be a bit more selective in who with and how often you interact.

katejo

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81941734#Comment_81941734

Yes thanks. I am already doing this though I never find it easy to start with a new group/activity. I have one where I have been a Whatsapp member for a while but still haven't actually met up. I do expect to keep in touch with a couple of colleagues and will probably still be doing a few casual hours to stay in touch with things.

BridgetTheCat

Not so much a bold leap as dipping my toe in the water. As of tomorrow I’ll be semi-retired, dropping from full time to 3 days a week. I’ve never worked part time before - been in full time work or education (sometimes both at the same time) since I was 18.

People keep asking what I’m going to do with my 4-day weekends. I have plans!

1. Pamper day - skin, hair, nails done etc
2. Chores day
3. Fresh air and exercise day
4. Art & history day

Can’t wait!

katejo

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81942423#Comment_81942423

I have been working 3 days a week since last September. I find that I am no more motivated to do chores then when I was full time!

QrizB

I have been working 3 days a week since last September. I find that I am no more motivated to do chores then when I was full time!

I've been three days a week since Jan 2025, and can confirm that chores don't get any more appealing once you're part-time 😆

I'm cutting my hours further from May, will have to see if two days a week finally means housework is appealing!

BridgetTheCat

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/81942681#Comment_81942681

Chores are not appealing but they have to be done and reducing the proportion of my free time spent on them definitely is appealing 😁. One day in four as opposed to one day in 2 when working F/T.

MayDogsandCoffee

Nah - I have plans to do all sorts of house and garden stuff - I don't think I will any more motivated than I am now. Currently on leave and taking time to make the decision (I keep saying that too - might just flip a coin).