We're in our 40s and have saved 5x more for retirement than we planned - why are we still nervous to quit our jobs?

A Reddit user with $19 million in savings expresses concern about retiring at 43 due to fears of a market crash impacting his financial stability. Despite exceeding his original retirement goals significantly, he remains hesitant about quitting work. Experts suggest that while some individuals may justifiably worry about financial readiness, the anxiety expressed by the Redditor may be unwarranted based on his current wealth. This case emphasizes the psychological challenges associated with retirement decisions, even for those financially secure.

Retiring early is a dream for many, but taking the plunge and giving up work in your 40s can actually be pretty scary.

Despite having a literal fortune, though, he still fears he could lose all he has in a stock market crash and is concerned about financial stability.

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