Do You Really Want to Retire Early? New Research Suggests It May Not Be as Fun as You Think

Some people work to improve their communities, feel more in control of their lives, or build a product they’re passionate about. But many want to make, as the kids say, <a href="https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=fuck+you+money" rel="noopener ugc nofollow" target="_blank">FU money</a>. The idea is to have enough in the bank that you can do whatever you want, and the appeal of reaching this position is obvious. No more nagging bosses, <a href="https://www.inc.com/jessica-stillman/why-the-customer-is-always-right-is-a-terrible-policy-and-what-to-do-instead.html" rel="noopener ugc nofollow" target="_blank">demanding customers</a>, and frantic rush periods. <a href="https://www.inc.com/jessica-stillman/personal-finance-happiness-billionaires.html" rel="noopener ugc nofollow" target="_blank">If you’re rich enough</a>, you can just say — and I am putting this politely — “get lost” to any opportunity or commitment that doesn’t tickle your fancy. Who wouldn’t want to be independently wealthy and semi-retired in this way? <a href="https://entrylevelrebel.medium.com/do-you-really-want-to-retire-early-it-may-not-be-as-fun-as-you-think-eaecd07a1b41">Website</a>