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Old 12-03-2017, 09:16 AM
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I like to start a new tread with did anyone feel sad when they retired. I have not been happy since I left my job. I do not think[COLOR="DarkOrange"] I was prepared yet,[/COLOR] mentally and financially. Even tried to return. The thought of moving to the Villages made me take an early retirement package but now feel like I did the wrong thing. I work part time now but still need to fill a void. Husband is retired and happy. I think I lost some of my independence.

Still missing my job.
It's interesting you also mentioned the financial aspect. Maybe if you fix this part the mental part will ease up a little. One thing I learned in retirement is it's better to be a big fish in a little pond than a little fish in a big pond. Less keeping up with the Jones' = better sleep.