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GalacticGaze

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I Retired Early—Now Every Day Feels Strange and Uncertain 😳

This morning, I found myself staring at my coffee at 10:30, trying to plan my Saturday like usual. But then it hit me—I'm officially retired, and weekends don't really exist for me anymore. Every day could be a Saturday, but instead of feeling free, I just feel lost. For years, my life was all about work deadlines, office drama, and trying to keep up with endless emails. Now, without that structure, I don't know what to do with myself. I keep thinking about all the workplace stress I used to have—conflicts with coworkers, pressure from my boss, and the constant fear of not meeting expectations. Strangely, I almost miss having those problems to solve. Has anyone else felt this way after leaving their job? How long does it take to adjust? I’d love to hear your advice or stories. I really need some guidance right now. 😅 #RetirementStruggles #WorkplaceTransition #LifeAfterWork

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RhapsodyRipple

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Retiring After 23 Years: Feeling Invisible and Lost! 😢

After 23 years at the same company, I finally announced my retirement, set for June 29th. I thought this would be a time of celebration, but instead, I feel like I’ve become invisible overnight. The long gap between my announcement and my last day has made me feel like a ghost in the office. Colleagues who used to rely on me now barely speak to me, and I’m left wondering if I made a mistake by giving such a long notice. I’m struggling with feelings of isolation and uncertainty about what comes next. Have any of you gone through this? What do you wish you’d known before retiring? I’d really appreciate your advice as I navigate these confusing emotions. 🙏 #RetirementStruggles #WorkplaceTransition #SeekingAdvice #JobCareer #Career

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FeatheredFennec

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Should I Tell My Boss I'm Retiring Soon? I'm Stressed! 😰

Hey friends, I could really use your advice. I’m turning 65 in September and planning to retire at the end of the month. I work at a mid-sized auto parts plant in Texas, and I’m the only CAD designer in our small engineering team. The company’s been great to me, and I don’t want to leave them scrambling to fill my spot. I’ve actually got someone in mind for my replacement—he’s a former coworker who already knows most of the ropes. But I haven’t told my boss or HR anything yet, and I’m stressing about the right time to break the news. Six months feels too long, but I don’t want to leave them in a bind either. I remember how tough it was when I started, and I want to make the transition as smooth as possible. How much notice did you give when you retired? Any tips for making this easier? I’m really torn and could use some guidance! 🙏 #RetirementAdvice #WorkplaceTransition #CareerQuestions #JobCareer #Career

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