re: Would you rather retire at 55 ok-comfortable or retire at 65 very comfortable-leave estate

A friend who had a mentally taxing job retired at 50. I thought she was crazy because her work had been her life, but she really enjoyed retirement. Picked up new hobbies and totally changed her lifestyle and happiness. Best thing she ever did.

I'm probably going to do until 62, when my retirement benefits will bump up a level. Going before then causes too big a hit.