Facing a layoff in his 50s initially left the author feeling despondent about his future and retirement plans. However, he re-evaluated his perspective on work and retirement, realizing that he loves both working and traveling. Now at 65, he continues to thrive, running two businesses and exploring the world without any plans to retire. His experience challenges conventional views of retirement as the ultimate goal, suggesting that fulfillment can be found in continued engagement with work and life.
When my company called to tell me I was laid off from my dream job, I was despondent, thinking I lost my livelihood and any chance for long-term security.
I always viewed retirement as the end goal, but I realized that I love working and traveling and decided not to set my sights on retirement.
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