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Kathryn Pomroy

How to Break Free From the 'One More Year' Trap and Actually Retire

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Thumbs up! You've done very well and saved plenty of money for a happy retirement. But, for any number of reasons — sense of identity, purpose or social connection — you just can’t say goodbye to the job.

Maybe it's because work offers structure and status that you fear retirement might not replace. Maybe it’s about staying mentally sharp, avoiding boredom or having a deep attachment to the daily grind. Unfortunately, financial security doesn’t always address these emotional or psychological needs.

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