Comments on: Planning for Retirement Beyond Your Savings Strategy

By: Jayne

Jayne — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 17:22:27 +0000

I have to completely agree that the psychological is as important as the financial. When I retired (and I loved my job, but was ready for the change, I was worried about how I would spend my hours that would bring me happiness and fulfillment. This requires a fair amount of soul searching.

By: Jean

Jean — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 14:05:23 +0000

I never seriously considered all the extra time I would have on my hands! I am presently retired and find, yes, there is very much still to do, and find, in fact, the Datebook still needs to be on the desk. I did not count on accounting for all those hours, but the older we get, the more organized it seems we need to be! Balancing the financial with the psychological — knowing you can still make a difference — is so very important, and one should be well prepared for all the changes about to occur.

By: Kelly

Kelly — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 12:57:07 +0000

It’s nice to actually see a Retirement article that mentions more than just the financial aspects. I agree tht finding a way to spend 168 hours a week is just as important!

By: Joyce

Joyce — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 13:52:14 +0000

I actually read Jan Cullinane’s book on retirement a couple of years ago, and it was great. She looks at all of the factors. I like the idea of creating different retirement plans, aiming for the perfect retirement, but acknowledging that this might not happen due to future economic circumstances, health issues, etc. and feeling secure that you can reach your minimum goals in retirement. Her book got me thinking that retirement is much more than where you will live.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 12:52:57 +0000

I rarely comment on articles, but this one caught my eye. All I really hear is will you have enough money to retire. I think the question of what will you do with 168 hours a week is just as good a question. I agree that both psychological and financial aspects need to be in place for a fufilling retirement.