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Why I Chose Early Retirement Over Job Hunting at 56

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Empower Over 50
Published
Wed 06 Aug 2025
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I was forced into retirement 3 weeks ago. This is the raw, unfiltered truth about what it's really like.

Three weeks ago, I lost my job at 56. Instead of jumping back into the brutal job market, I made the decision to retire early. This isn't a polished video with a script — it's an honest conversation about what I'm learning in real-time.

What I cover in this raw talk: • Why I chose retirement over job hunting in today's market • The critical importance of having 3-6 months of savings • How to create structure when your work routine disappears • Healthcare options when you lose employer coverage (COBRA, ACA) • The identity crisis that comes with losing your job title • How sudden retirement affects your relationships • Financial planning when retirement wasn't planned • Why this job market is particularly brutal for people over 50

This isn't about having all the answers — it's about sharing the journey as Ifigure it out.

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