re: Am I early retirement ready? Updated

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But a lot of people underestimate the social aspects that work provides. That doesn't mean don't retire early, it means make sure you replace it with something else.

You can find plenty of people and studies on the issue. I'm not making it up from whole cloth. You have to be self aware and know yourself.

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We plan to early retire in about 18 months or so, maybe a bit longer or a bit sooner depending on the market / income / job satisfaction.

yeah, I am not worry about occupying myself but I am worried my wife is going to drive me nuts. She has a hard time occupying herself, and needs constant stimuli. Hopefully a few volunteer gigs will keep her engaged.