How to avoid Retirement Burnout | 9toFI 010 | 9 to FI Podcast

How to avoid Retirement Burnout | 9toFI 010 | 9 to FI PodcastElliot and Josh continue their deep dive into retirement planning on this episode of the 9 to FI Podcast. Reflecting on their meticulously planned retirement schedules, they share their real post-retirement experiences, highlighting the inevitable deviations and surprises. Josh opens up about the challenges of maintaining a perfect retirement day, dealing with cognitive overload, and the struggle to balance multiple interests and obligations. They explore the importance of flexibility, the evolution of personal schedules, and the universal human tendency to overcommit. Tune in to gain insights into navigating the unpredictable journey of early retirement, along with practical tips on managing activities and expectations.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:13 Recap of the Perfect Retirement Plan01:28 Josh's Perfect Day Vision03:34 Elliot's Perfect Day Vision06:10 Reality of Retirement: The First Week10:11 Adjusting the Plan: Overwhelm and Realizations15:24 Balancing Activities and Mental Health19:29 The Struggle of Saying No28:19 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsDo you have feedback or suggestions? We want to hear from you!Contact Elliot: [email protected] Josh: [email protected] of these products help the show. Thanks for your support!Mint Mobile - We both use ⁠Mint Mobile⁠ and save a ton on our phone plan: ⁠https://fbuy.me/vgAmz⁠⁠Empower⁠ is Josh’s choice for Net Worth and BudgetingWanna create a podcast? We use ⁠Descript⁠Looking for a new credit card?  We’re big fans of ⁠Chase⁠⁠Buy Us a Coffee⁠ - One time donation or monthly, it’s up to youWant to save money on gas? Try ⁠Upside!⁠Books mentioned in this episode:Come find us and subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@9toFI