Many professionals find that retiring isn’t just about having enough Money—it’s about feeling ready to leave behind the structure, identity, and comfort of a career.
In this Root Financial podcast episode, James and Ari explore the emotional hurdles of retiring from a high-paying, high-Stress job, even when financially prepared. They highlight the value of aligning Retirement with your future self’s goals and priorities, not just your current fears.
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Timestamps:
0:00 – A comment from the Collective
3:03 – A first-day-of-school analogy
4:25 – What would my future self do?
6:47 – Helpful feedback
8:32 – Make sure you're ready financially
10:20 – A life you don't retire from
13:18 – The opportunity cost
16:39 – More words of Wisdom
18:44 – Making the decision is the scary part
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