Retiring in 2 Weeks—Now I'm Panicking About My Future! 😱

After 45 years of grinding away at my job, I finally hit my retirement number. I always said I’d retire at 65, maybe 62 if things went well, but thanks to a strong market, I can actually walk away at 61. My financial advisor ran the numbers, and everything looks great. My wife still loves her job and wants to keep teaching, but I decided it’s finally my turn to enjoy life. Here’s the thing—I’m starting to freak out. I’ve got plenty of hobbies and I’m healthy, but I’m worried that once I can do whatever I want, whenever I want, it’ll lose its spark. Will kayaking on a Thursday morning feel special, or just routine? What if I get bored or lose my motivation? Has anyone else felt this way before retirement? I’d really appreciate some advice or reassurance from those who’ve been here. 🙏 #JobCareer #Career #RetirementAnxiety