No matter how fun, how hard working, how gregarious, how smart or how good a team player you are, they will forget about you in a week's time. They are not really your friends, they are your colleagues....big distinction....Enjoy what you have and the little time you have left...
Was she diagnosed with a terminal illness? I ask because this is the first time I have encountered her channel and may not be aware if so. She looks to me like she is in her early 60s and in very good health. 60s is relatively young so I don't get why you would write "the little time you have left". Thank you.
How true. I dedicated my life to helping co-wrkers, staying late every night unpaid, for years. I retired & not one call or visit. It was overwhelmingly sad. Now I only make me happy.
Best wishes from Indiana! Going on 13 years since I retired at 56. Best thing I ever did! Not thrilled to be in the middle of Christian MAGA land, but it rarely comes up. I need to get motivated to move to a big city again. Cheers!
Enjoy your retirement, I was on anxiety medication and antidepressants. When I quit working four years ago I put them in the trash. Take care of yourself, go for walks to help clear your head. I’m making it, so far so good. Writing a book 📖 sounds good. ☮️❤️
I am walking in very similar shoes, dear lady. I followed through on the decision to retire early a couple of months ago. I was a SCADA engineer and the pressure of the job was just getting too much. I'm an older fellow, as noted, and the skill set I have is a rare one; one that grows more rare the more experience you have. You'd think that was a good thing as, surely, that means you are always in demand and get rewarded accordingly. The first part is true :chuckles: Britain does not pay it's engineers well, no matter how important the work you do is. I have a distinct memory from about eight years ago of sitting in the annual corporate meeting and finding out that I had personally been responsible for bringing in seven and a half million for the company ... and they in turn paid me less than 30k, That is what I think started the 'retirement' gears turning in the back of my mind because the work is stressful and difficult and if you make a mistake that makes it out into the real world then all hell breaks lose :eek: There is a reason why a lot of us have grey hair! Anyhoo, I finally reached the point a couple of months back when the numbers started to look viable to stop working and coast into retirement proper in five years time. Now I find myself in exactly the same mindset as yourself, thinking that maybe I need to start looking for another job :eek:. The stock market has collapsed and stripped many thousands from my pension pot, leaving me in a situation that is no longer in the 'tight but doable' category. The markets will recover, making it possible for me to again withdraw from my pensions at need; it is a question of when. For now, I have about a year to decide what to do before I have to get the begging bowl out :D So, I have swapped one form of daily stress for a different kind of stress that comes from having only outgoings and no income.
My original background is in IT and I worked for a manufacturing company for about 10 years with some exposure to SCADA. So I can understand the stress you're under! Congrats on your pending retirement and good luck with your decision!
I'm counting down the days when I retire in 2026. Although like you I really dread that last paycheque!!! I do have a pension, small albeit, but am also saving more on the side. I want to downsize and enjoy my grandkids and family. Honestly, I soooo wish I had planned better and not wanted to follow the "Jones's". Had I been a little better with my budget I could have retired way earlier and had more time with my kids. My family is way more important than anything else and not the car, purse or shoes!! AND, I can tell you for sure once I leave work, it'll be the very last time I think of it and my colleagues......SIGH counting down the days. Enjoy your time.
Hi Kerrie, I don’t know why but your Chanel was recommended to me but I’m glad it was as I’m really enjoying watching you on this new chapter in your life. I’m from Liverpool England and I too have been embracing a new chapter in my life too but under totally different circumstances than yours. After being diagnosed with cancer in 2020 and going through 12 months of treatment I have found that at 61 years of age I am unable to return to work as although I am in remission I have been left with some debilitating side effects from treatment. I don’t travel, I live in a bricks and mortar home but have found that I have fallen easily into this new way of life that doesn’t include work. I now have the opportunity to live at a slower pace and get to enjoy having the freedom to read, and enjoy my hobbies…. Every cloud has a silver lining hey!! Good luck Kerrie with everything xx
Hi, I'm glad I found your channel. I'm 57 and just starting out on my CZcams journey. It's always nice to see people around my age take on new adventures! I wish you the best from Japan.
Hi, Kerrie. I left my day job in higher education to become a full-time romance author 4 years ago, and I hear you about losing track of the days! My top tip for staying active is to combine your work process with movement. (edit to add that I can now see that you live in an RV, so my treadmill desk solution won't suit you, but I hope it illustrates that there is always a way!) Regardless, I'm so pleased that you are prioritising health. It is easy to feel like you cannot be away from your desk, especially if writing is your income, but health truly is wealth. I'm 55 now, and have no regrets. I wish you as much joy!
It sounds like we have a lot in common, Kaye! I'm glad it's all worked out for you - I hope to follow in your footsteps! 🙂 And yes, health really is wealth.
Congrats ❤ You are doing exactly what I want to do but have yet to find the courage. I would rather choose without fear, and know sometimes life forces me out of my comfort zone to find my soul's joy when I won't choose decisively for myself😅. Enjoy your creative journey. Also, I can truly relate to indulging CZcams rather than writing, even though I'd love to write more.
Hello - your channel popped up in my feed today, so glad to meet you! Warning - envy alert! Traveling and writing sounds like a wonderful way to live; I'm retired but tied to a home situation that leaves me craving the type of freedom you seem to have found. Be safe out there!🤗
Just found your channel (or, it found me!) I was retired from my job May 31 at the end of the contract period. I am so very glad I did not accept a similar role on a different contract. It was not interesting, and I had been planning on retiring next March anyways. I hear/feel you on many levels. That first Saturday night I went into pre-Monday mode, and it was such a JOY to stop myself! And I, too, am losing track of days. And also wondering how I ever had time for everything when working FT. Now I will focus on building my own new YT channel in advance of a move to France. Wish you much success in all the plans!
Great to hear that the writing is going well. Remember to pad yourself on the back. Also I think you are putting a lot of pressure on yourself. Take one thing at a time. Eating healthy is great but, with all due respect, don’t do it to loose weight. Do it in a manner that feels good to you and out of self care 🌺 You are exactly as you should be.
Thanks Anne! I do forget to pat myself on the back for what I have achieved - always focusing on what's next, so thanks for the reminder! Thanks also for reminding me to do these things for self-care. Losing weight / eating healthy is primarily for health reasons but it's an important reminder!
Just came across this video. Interesting as I have relatively recently retired and bought a camper van. Then watched the video and it all just clicked. Now subscribed and interested to see how things go for you. All the best from Scotland
Great to hear the writing is going well! Walking becomes additive ... during the two years I've been deliberately tracking my step count on my phone, I have tripled my average number of steps per day, and I love watching that graph steadily rise from one month to the next. I also love the places I get to explore (not so much the laps of shopping centres on cold rainy days). Enjoy your travels and writing conference.
Wow, tripled your step count! That's awesome - go you! I love walking and used to do a lot of it, but it's easy to get out of the habit. Especially in winter with short, cold days! I also love a good graph and have just started adding gold stars to my calendar for the days I walk :)
Love gamification! No, not yet - I'll head into Adelaide beforehand and see what jumps out. I love all of the suggestions I got, so at least I have a starting place!
I just gave my notice today to retire by end of year- well Dec 20th. I want the holidays off. I’m growing my CZcams as well. I think it’s interesting that CZcams sent me your link in a notification. Glad they did! Great timing! Good luck to you and I’ll enjoy going back and watching the past and looking forward to the future. Take care.
As of this last February, i only work 2 days a week . I get a small widow pension. I have very little debt but my house is very old and needs work. In a few years, i will qualify for a program to help fix major issues. If not, i will sell and downsize as i am VERY isolated. 40 minutes to the nearest hospital with dirt roads...if i get injured or fall seriously ill...emergency vehicles can't get here in raining seasons....
Came across your channel because I have been watching retirement videos. I have five years, just under actually until I retire; but I stress bout not having enough savings. A good App for tracking your food is Lose It! Really helped me change my lifestyle, and since July of 2022 I have lost over 50 pounds. The App is great because I just plug in what I have just eaten and then the App gives me a range of calories to eat to stay at my current weight. I can eyeball the portion sizes and it is mainly just to help me stay balanced, which is what you were talking about here. Hope to read your book.😊
Look at a life insurance policy called IUL. An instant estate is created, long term care costs can be drawn from it and eventually you will leave some cash for those you love. Best of luck to you.
Love every word of this video. Atomic habits - the inclined push ups while the kettle boils 👌 breaking up the 10k steps over the day is a good way to get more steps in. Stunning beach! Sydney or Gold Coast?
Thanks! The beach was at The Entrance on the NSW Central Coast (just north of Sydney). It's a lovely spot - beach on one side of the sand spit and the bay on the other!
Hi Susy, Your channel looks interesting - I've just subscribed! I write small town romance and am currently working on one that's the 3rd in a series I started ages ago. Thanks for the encouragement
It's exciting to follow you along on your journey. When you've taken the travel writing course, could you review it for us? I'm interested in taking one and would love an honest review.
good onya! I quit full-time design position at the beginning of this year to concentrate on making artworks. Life has intervened and not a lot of art happening for now - other family responsibilities have impacted. I love to hear about all your plans, so have subscribed. A suggestion for you - add the option for people to Buy You a Coffee on your channel, it actually helps to grow your audience as well as the opportunity to increase income (over time).
That's a great suggestion - thank you so much, Maria! I'll look into it. (I know I have to get over the reluctance to ask people for money :) ) Good luck with your art plans too!
No matter how fun, how hard working, how gregarious, how smart or how good a team player you are, they will forget about you in a week's time. They are not really your friends, they are your colleagues....big distinction....Enjoy what you have and the little time you have left...
Absolutely true! Thanks for the comment :)
Was she diagnosed with a terminal illness? I ask because this is the first time I have encountered her channel and may not be aware if so. She looks to me like she is in her early 60s and in very good health. 60s is relatively young so I don't get why you would write "the little time you have left". Thank you.
How true. I dedicated my life to helping co-wrkers, staying late every night unpaid, for years. I retired & not one call or visit. It was overwhelmingly sad. Now I only make me happy.
@@b.h.s.6884 sorry. Thanks for all you do. It's the same for everyone
"The little time you've left"? What are you talking about? This woman is very healthy!
Best wishes from Indiana! Going on 13 years since I retired at 56. Best thing I ever did! Not thrilled to be in the middle of Christian MAGA land, but it rarely comes up. I need to get motivated to move to a big city again. Cheers!
Same to you! Thanks for the best wishes ❤️
GTF out of MAGA potato land and into the real world asap. Best wishes there!
Enjoy your retirement, I was on anxiety medication and antidepressants. When I quit working four years ago I put them in the trash. Take care of yourself, go for walks to help clear your head. I’m making it, so far so good. Writing a book 📖 sounds good. ☮️❤️
Thanks - the stress has lifted significantly already. I'm glad it did for you too ❤️
I am walking in very similar shoes, dear lady. I followed through on the decision to retire early a couple of months ago. I was a SCADA engineer and the pressure of the job was just getting too much.
I'm an older fellow, as noted, and the skill set I have is a rare one; one that grows more rare the more experience you have. You'd think that was a good thing as, surely, that means you are always in demand and get rewarded accordingly. The first part is true :chuckles: Britain does not pay it's engineers well, no matter how important the work you do is.
I have a distinct memory from about eight years ago of sitting in the annual corporate meeting and finding out that I had personally been responsible for bringing in seven and a half million for the company ... and they in turn paid me less than 30k, That is what I think started the 'retirement' gears turning in the back of my mind because the work is stressful and difficult and if you make a mistake that makes it out into the real world then all hell breaks lose :eek: There is a reason why a lot of us have grey hair!
Anyhoo, I finally reached the point a couple of months back when the numbers started to look viable to stop working and coast into retirement proper in five years time. Now I find myself in exactly the same mindset as yourself, thinking that maybe I need to start looking for another job :eek:. The stock market has collapsed and stripped many thousands from my pension pot, leaving me in a situation that is no longer in the 'tight but doable' category. The markets will recover, making it possible for me to again withdraw from my pensions at need; it is a question of when.
For now, I have about a year to decide what to do before I have to get the begging bowl out :D
So, I have swapped one form of daily stress for a different kind of stress that comes from having only outgoings and no income.
My original background is in IT and I worked for a manufacturing company for about 10 years with some exposure to SCADA. So I can understand the stress you're under! Congrats on your pending retirement and good luck with your decision!
I admire your courage. 😊
Thank you :) Not sure if it's courage or temporary insanity but life's too short!
You're doing great Kerrie. Thank you for sharing
Thank you Deb!
Keep creating content. You will monetize in no time. You will no longer have a need for a full time job. Thanks for the video.
Thank you, I will! Thanks for the encouraging comment! ❤️
I'm counting down the days when I retire in 2026. Although like you I really dread that last paycheque!!! I do have a pension, small albeit, but am also saving more on the side. I want to downsize and enjoy my grandkids and family. Honestly, I soooo wish I had planned better and not wanted to follow the "Jones's". Had I been a little better with my budget I could have retired way earlier and had more time with my kids. My family is way more important than anything else and not the car, purse or shoes!! AND, I can tell you for sure once I leave work, it'll be the very last time I think of it and my colleagues......SIGH counting down the days. Enjoy your time.
Good luck with your countdown!
Hi Kerrie, I don’t know why but your Chanel was recommended to me but I’m glad it was as I’m really enjoying watching you on this new chapter in your life.
I’m from Liverpool England and I too have been embracing a new chapter in my life too but under totally different circumstances than yours. After being diagnosed with cancer in 2020 and going through 12 months of treatment I have found that at 61 years of age I am unable to return to work as although I am in remission I have been left with some debilitating side effects from treatment.
I don’t travel, I live in a bricks and mortar home but have found that I have fallen easily into this new way of life that doesn’t include work. I now have the opportunity to live at a slower pace and get to enjoy having the freedom to read, and enjoy my hobbies…. Every cloud has a silver lining hey!!
Good luck Kerrie with everything xx
Thanks so much! I'm sorry to hear of your cancer diagnosis but I'm glad you're enjoying your new freedom!
Enjoy your retirment!
Thanks - not quite full retirement yet but hopefully long-term retirement from the 9-5!
Hi, I'm glad I found your channel. I'm 57 and just starting out on my CZcams journey. It's always nice to see people around my age take on new adventures! I wish you the best from Japan.
It's great to see our age getting out there! Thank you - and good luck to you too!
My greetings and love from Greece.❤🇬🇷
Thank you! ❤️ Same to you!
Hi, Kerrie. I left my day job in higher education to become a full-time romance author 4 years ago, and I hear you about losing track of the days! My top tip for staying active is to combine your work process with movement.
(edit to add that I can now see that you live in an RV, so my treadmill desk solution won't suit you, but I hope it illustrates that there is always a way!)
Regardless, I'm so pleased that you are prioritising health. It is easy to feel like you cannot be away from your desk, especially if writing is your income, but health truly is wealth. I'm 55 now, and have no regrets. I wish you as much joy!
It sounds like we have a lot in common, Kaye! I'm glad it's all worked out for you - I hope to follow in your footsteps! 🙂 And yes, health really is wealth.
Hey was looking for vloggers that are 40+. Will follow your story. Subscribed.
Thank you! There seem to be more of us popping up each day - either that or the algorithm is just starting to show them!
Congrats ❤ You are doing exactly what I want to do but have yet to find the courage. I would rather choose without fear, and know sometimes life forces me out of my comfort zone to find my soul's joy when I won't choose decisively for myself😅. Enjoy your creative journey. Also, I can truly relate to indulging CZcams rather than writing, even though I'd love to write more.
Life does have a way of kicking us out of our comfort zone, doesn't it?! All the best with your journey!
Hello - your channel popped up in my feed today, so glad to meet you! Warning - envy alert! Traveling and writing sounds like a wonderful way to live; I'm retired but tied to a home situation that leaves me craving the type of freedom you seem to have found. Be safe out there!🤗
Thanks so much!
Just found your channel (or, it found me!) I was retired from my job May 31 at the end of the contract period. I am so very glad I did not accept a similar role on a different contract. It was not interesting, and I had been planning on retiring next March anyways. I hear/feel you on many levels. That first Saturday night I went into pre-Monday mode, and it was such a JOY to stop myself! And I, too, am losing track of days. And also wondering how I ever had time for everything when working FT. Now I will focus on building my own new YT channel in advance of a move to France.
Wish you much success in all the plans!
Thank you! All the best for you too!
Great to hear that the writing is going well. Remember to pad yourself on the back. Also I think you are putting a lot of pressure on yourself. Take one thing at a time. Eating healthy is great but, with all due respect, don’t do it to loose weight. Do it in a manner that feels good to you and out of self care 🌺 You are exactly as you should be.
Thanks Anne! I do forget to pat myself on the back for what I have achieved - always focusing on what's next, so thanks for the reminder! Thanks also for reminding me to do these things for self-care. Losing weight / eating healthy is primarily for health reasons but it's an important reminder!
Just came across this video. Interesting as I have relatively recently retired and bought a camper van. Then watched the video and it all just clicked. Now subscribed and interested to see how things go for you. All the best from Scotland
Thank you! I love Scotland and would love to go back there one day.
Wishing you all the best on your new adventure ❤
Thank you so much!
Excellent, Kerrie. I just retired and I love and relate to your experience. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Great to hear the writing is going well! Walking becomes additive ... during the two years I've been deliberately tracking my step count on my phone, I have tripled my average number of steps per day, and I love watching that graph steadily rise from one month to the next. I also love the places I get to explore (not so much the laps of shopping centres on cold rainy days). Enjoy your travels and writing conference.
Wow, tripled your step count! That's awesome - go you!
I love walking and used to do a lot of it, but it's easy to get out of the habit. Especially in winter with short, cold days! I also love a good graph and have just started adding gold stars to my calendar for the days I walk :)
@@KerriePatersonAuthor graphs and sticker charts ... it's fun to gamify achievements! Also, did you decide on your outfit for the conference?
Love gamification! No, not yet - I'll head into Adelaide beforehand and see what jumps out. I love all of the suggestions I got, so at least I have a starting place!
I am 10 months into retirement and still have the occasion "work stress" dream.
I guess they never go away!
@@KerriePatersonAuthor they are getting less so I am hopeful!
Hi Kerrie, thank you for the update!
Thanks for watching!
I just gave my notice today to retire by end of year- well Dec 20th. I want the holidays off. I’m growing my CZcams as well. I think it’s interesting that CZcams sent me your link in a notification. Glad they did! Great timing! Good luck to you and I’ll enjoy going back and watching the past and looking forward to the future. Take care.
Woohoo! Congrats on your pending retirement!
As of this last February, i only work 2 days a week . I get a small widow pension. I have very little debt but my house is very old and needs work. In a few years, i will qualify for a program to help fix major issues. If not, i will sell and downsize as i am VERY isolated. 40 minutes to the nearest hospital with dirt roads...if i get injured or fall seriously ill...emergency vehicles can't get here in raining seasons....
That sounds a bit of a scary position to be in. I hope things work out for you!
I´m 50 and also pursuing a career as an author, just found your channel and subscribed to follow your journey!
Thank you! ❤️ Good luck with your author career!
@@KerriePatersonAuthor Thank you! Can I ask how many books you had out before going full time?
Good for you! I am trying something similar and yes, it can be daunting sometimes. But I remind myself that God wants us to succeed 🙏
Thanks - and good luck to you too!
Hi there, I totally understand. Hope all is well. Great sharing
Thank you! You too!
You are an inspiration!! Stay strong and keep at it!!👍👍👍
Thank you so much!
Hi from Norway🙋🏼♀️🇳🇴
Hi! Hope you're having a great day! ❤️
Thanks Kerrie!
Thanks for watching!
Came across your channel because I have been watching retirement videos. I have five years, just under actually until I retire; but I stress bout not having enough savings. A good App for tracking your food is Lose It! Really helped me change my lifestyle, and since July of 2022 I have lost over 50 pounds. The App is great because I just plug in what I have just eaten and then the App gives me a range of calories to eat to stay at my current weight. I can eyeball the portion sizes and it is mainly just to help me stay balanced, which is what you were talking about here. Hope to read your book.😊
That app sounds great - thanks for the recommendation! And good luck for your retirement!
Look at a life insurance policy called IUL. An instant estate is created, long term care costs can be drawn from it and eventually you will leave some cash for those you love. Best of luck to you.
Love every word of this video. Atomic habits - the inclined push ups while the kettle boils 👌 breaking up the 10k steps over the day is a good way to get more steps in.
Stunning beach! Sydney or Gold Coast?
Thanks! The beach was at The Entrance on the NSW Central Coast (just north of Sydney). It's a lovely spot - beach on one side of the sand spit and the bay on the other!
Sounds like a plan...best of luck!
Thanks!
Well done, your free
Thank you :)
Keep up the great work!! I am also a fictional author with a small you tube channel. What type of book are you writing?
Hi Susy, Your channel looks interesting - I've just subscribed! I write small town romance and am currently working on one that's the 3rd in a series I started ages ago. Thanks for the encouragement
Wish you must happiness on your new journey in life. Newbie here and enjoying your videos.
Thanks so much!
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Good job - very impressive jump
Keep going. I’m your subscriber now
Thanks for the sub!
good on you!!!
Thanks so much!
Hi I think you will do well.and you will find ways of makeing a bit of money.hope you have a eondeeful journey x
Thanks so much! ❤️
Wishing Kerrie all the best and enjoying your freedom
Thank you!
It's exciting to follow you along on your journey. When you've taken the travel writing course, could you review it for us? I'm interested in taking one and would love an honest review.
Great idea! I'll do that. Thanks!
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This is a great video
Thanks :)
Nice, I am willing to do the same.🎉 keep up darling
Thank you! Good luck to you too!
Nice video update 😁😁😁
Thanks 😁
I just retired 3 weeks ago. Like you I’m enjoying it but wonder if I’ll start feeling like I have to be back to work at some point.
I never missed it, just the social contact but nowadays not sure I’d want that, love my peaceful life
Enjoy your retirement! Hopefully you won't feel that way :)
In terms of health and diet, have you considered carnivore? A side CZcams channel following you along the way of whatever you pick would be nice!
Thanks for the suggestion! I did lose weight on a Paleo diet about 10 years ago but I'm not sure it's sustainable for me now.
good onya! I quit full-time design position at the beginning of this year to concentrate on making artworks. Life has intervened and not a lot of art happening for now - other family responsibilities have impacted. I love to hear about all your plans, so have subscribed. A suggestion for you - add the option for people to Buy You a Coffee on your channel, it actually helps to grow your audience as well as the opportunity to increase income (over time).
That's a great suggestion - thank you so much, Maria! I'll look into it. (I know I have to get over the reluctance to ask people for money :) ) Good luck with your art plans too!
All the best 😌🤍💌
Thank you!
Don’t know how I ended up here but I’ll buy a book when it’s done 🫡🫡🫡 good luck
Gotta love the CZcams algorithm! Thanks :)