The Top 5 Reasons I Want to Retire Early

Today, I’m going to give you my own reasons for wanting to retire early. These aren’t the best reasons to retire early, or reasons you should retire early; these are just mine.

The Top 5 Reasons I Want to Retire Early

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Most of the physicians I know do their best to find a balance between work, family, and play, but I’m going to take work right off the scale. I expect to find the perfect imbalance when I retire early.

1. More Family Time

I know many physicians who feel differently about their jobs than I do mine. Burnout, long days, endless paperwork and computer work are taking their toll on this generation of physicians.

2. Because it is There

Trying to spend your way out of a frustrating situation only prolongs your misery. I want to help those doctors that need it find their escape hatch.

A substantial reduction in stress, combined with ample free time, is a recipe for Eleven when I’m early retired.

3. Turn the Happiness knob to Eleven

I signed up for the job, and I don’t want to sound like I’m complaining. I’m compensated for the sacrifices I make for my patients. But I’d be a liar if I didn’t admit that I’m looking forward to sleeping like a baby in early retirement.

4. I’m a sleep enthusiast.

There are other things I’d like to do that I don’t do at all right now. I’d love to play piano half as well as my boys have learned to do. I’d like to learn to speak Spanish.

5. To pursue other interests

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