Stop Doing This Now - Retirement We Are Wasting So Much

[@BoninBrighton]

I’ve stopped doing this at aged 65: 1. Eating x3 big meals a day 2. Maintaining friends who don’t make me happy 3. Buying high heeled shoes 4. Buying designer clothes 5. Accumulating theatre programmes etc ….

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That’s great thanks for sharing and joining our conversation Bonnie have a great weekend Cheers 🇬🇧🍷🌺🇨🇦🙂

[@freedomlife3623]

I love high heel though, specially nicely fitted ones.

[@BoninBrighton]

@@freedomlife3623 it wears off… especially if walking everywhere and living by the sea becomes a retirement priority!

[@lillyofthevalley7937]

I just sold an item in marketplace, trying to declutter. Goal is spending not on items but lufetime experiences. 59 y. But parents are 88 y and still independent but 1 day, they will need me more. Just happy, made it through 1 trip out of country. All 8 relatives in their 80s still alive, am feelung very grateful!!!

[@marygarrapa3537]

Most of us have been brought up with the idea that we shouldn't put off to tomorrow what we can do today, but if you look out and see that it's a lovely warm, sunny day and you'd love to just sit out in the garden with a cup of tea and maybe a book, and you think "what have I got to do tomorrow?" This is the time you can, do whatever it is tomorrow and sit out in the garden today. It will do you a world of good.

[@rosalindabarrett7508]

No guilty pleasure, worked 44 years, snow, rain, too hot weather, it’s time to enjoy.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We totally agree Rosalind it’s time to enjoy Cheers 🌺🍷🙂

[@cadlac1533]

Me too.

[@jenesepatanella917]

I agree 100% with everything you both have said. I lost my husband 4 years ago and I promised myself to enjoy the rest of my life. I am only 62 so I am trying not to worry about money and just live with freedom! So far solo travel has really made me so happy and fulfilled 😁

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

So sorry to hear about your husband Jen but we are thrilled you are able to do Solo travel have a great weekend Cheers 🍷✈️🚢🌺

[@keepcreationprocess]

Do you need alot of money ? Do you have costs then ?

[@arnoldjohnson3317]

Solo travel sounds very sad. I don’t go anywhere because of that. It must be a woman thing to be able to travel by yourself. I would feel like a creep traveling around by myself. I remember one of the last group trips my wife and I made, there was one man in the the group by himself, he was so not part of it even tho he was with us doing the same things

[@keepcreationprocess]

@@arnoldjohnson3317 yes,solo travel is not safe either.

[@lillyofthevalley7937]

Glad you found an outlet. Do you mind sharing which company you use for solo travel? Just worried about scams.

[@anahood1898]

Agree 100%, my husband has been battling cancer for 6 years and we don’t think twice about taking trips while he is still able.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Sending good wishes to you and your husband

[@mjbalmmac1588]

I was blessed to watch my parents enjoy their retirement. They always told us there would be nothing left and I am so grateful they lived a happy life and did everything they wanted. No one should plan on inheritance. Best gift is teach your kids to live life to fullest. Their bank balance was zero at end but the joy they shared was priceless.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That is awesome! so well said thank you 🌺🙂

[@jgriffin282]

My husband tells our kids all he’s going to leave them is a Visa bill from our last vacation😂😂

[@johnhiemstra1464]

I find for me that happiness is helping others and seeing them smile. Family and friends are essential.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Totally agree John have a great weekend Cheers 🍻🙂

[@freedomlife3623]

Whatever makes you happy, just make sure you are not taken for granted. Personally I don’t drive my own happiness from others.

[@marilynrybak9154]

I agree. When I see my sons and their families (wives and grandchildren) happy it makes me happy and brings me joy! I do not sacrifice my own pleasures in life like being able to travel- but, I am setting aside finances to also help them make their lives a bit easier than what I had. I have never received a penny that I didn’t work hard for. I can’t even imagine receiving money as a gift. I imagine it is very generous and extremely nice!

[@marilynrybak9154]

Correction- my parents did help me get my first “starter” home by buying it first and then selling it to me. I suppose that was “help”. But, I did have to buy the house from them and had a mortgage loan to pay for it.

[@Beadgcfb]

The concept that my parents would feel any need or desire to leave me money, at nearly retirement age myself, baffles me. Nor will I plan to do it for my kids. They raised me to adulthood, got me educated and I did the same for mine . Mission accomplished. (The biggest gift is not to leave a house full of clutter)

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We believe this too but there is always going to be money left over at one’s passing.

[@marilynrybak9154]

My mom has been extremely good at not having a declutterrd home. In fact, we think she gives away too much “stuff.” She has a beautiful home well appointed but with her bare essentials of things she loves. We have encouraged her to use her money for trips, etc. however- not ever receiving an inheritance- a little one would be kind of nice- if there’s anything left over after living a full and happy life. I do plan on leaving an inheritance to my sons. I want them to have an inheritance gifted from me to them. That will be my last good will gift on this earth - leaving my sons a substantial inheritance that will help them and their families. 😇💕😇💕

[@dean7442]

Brilliant. I like to think that.... at school, we are told what to do and how to behave. Then at work, we are told what to do, how to behave and given a label (job title). In retirement..... you can truly be your own person.

[@roadwarrior9422]

Excellent. Love this topic. I am 71. Time is so limited. Just do it.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Wonderful! thanks for watching we are glad you enjoyed our video Cheers 🍻🙂

[@theneverendingjourneyoflif1482]

Cheers to you Norm and Tina .....from Rebecca in Malone Bay Nova Scotia ....Perfect day we went out for dinner & we ordered the fish cakes, flat bread scallop and spring roll bowl.... sitting out side in the Sun looking at the 3 churches and the Bay and toasting ~ This is our Retirement ~

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That sounds absolutely wonderful wish we were there with you we love Mahone Bay Cheers 🍻🙂🥂

[@brl6219]

You almost had me a little angry with the helping adult children issue l, but you seemed to save yourself later in the video. I have taken on a part time job that I absolutely love to help my child with their professional education, rent, and give them a chance to get a shoebox condo instead of paying rent forever. Nothing (except health) gives me more enjoyment than helping others. It is so incredibly rewarding. You can also get some great tax advantages gifting money early rather than waiting until they are in their 60’s and struggling for so many years. I would never support just to pay for useless stuff.

[@Mike-t7l2g]

Have a Heineken on me Norm🎉 A toast to a long and happy retirement!-🍻Mike from Ottawa

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much Mike 😀😀💕

[@gybx4094]

I've had 3 financial advisors tell me I need to spend more. I retired at 62, now age 65. But I still save too much. "Spenders can't save and savers can't spend" is a true adage. I'm spending a little more, but still not enough.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Still hard to do 💰🌺🙂

[@Vedette-sa]

A few years ago, we started only buying a small fridge magnet and a Christmas tree ornament from our holiday destinations. Works great for us.

[@sbayles5593]

Same!

[@janegardening]

I started doing the same 😊 Also book marks make great souvenirs and practical too 👍

[@Vedette-sa]

@@janegardening Bookmarks is a great idea as well!

[@hermacoutts8587]

I love to take a picture or a small fridge magnet. The Magnet goes on the fridge and the picture goes in a photo book.

[@yolandatubin8126]

New focus on me retired at 56 now 61 these have been some of the best years of my life. Group of friends and I call ourselves Queenagers like our teen years but with a couple bucks in our pocket which we are spending on ourselves..

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That’s awesome 👏 Cheers 🍻💰

[@heidilevens6284]

Love that! Queenagers! One to remember! ❤

[@dancurran8977]

"Bugger off!" Best parental advice ever. :)

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Cheers Dan 🍻🙂

[@floridastitcher1]

Good advice to give inheritance early when they need it. It would give me a lot of joy to help my son buy a house.

[@merrillmixer1190]

The fear of running out of money is real and we are watching it with our older parents.When one dies their social security is cut and if one develops Alzheimers or needs more care the cost per month skyrockets to $6-$10K which burns through the savings. And if one has a home that is paid for, repairs keep eating up the savings.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Yes you are aware, it is a problem but can be managed through budgeting, it is the elephant in the room. Thanks for watching Merrill.

[@deeashford2456]

You two are so reassuring and kind!! I'm going to plan a trip!! 70 this year and just retired

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Congratulations

[@dono1606]

You two are two cute! I smile as soon as I pull up ur channel! As u mention- time is not a renewable resource!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

So true! thanks for watching 🌺

[@melvarineguthrie2508]

I’m 62 years old and still working. I try to save most of my income thinking that I’m not going to have enough money when I retire.

[@Uno-u9o]

On trips, I buy something that depicts a trip and small enough to hang as an ornament on the Christmas tree. Then each year I can enjoy the memories on the tree. Functional.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Wow that’s just what we have done over the last 15 years , but now we got rid of our big 7 foot tree and downsized to a lovely 4 foot tree and it’s perfect for all those memories of trips Cheers 🍻🌺🙂🍷

[@MariannaV]

We buy a fridge magnet as a reminder of our trips

[@Quince828]

There’s a lot of sage wisdom in this video. I’m one who unfortunately has left it almost too late to fully enjoy my nest egg. Health issues and a lifetime of save don’t spend mentality means not enjoying those life experiences that money can buy. Old age means becoming irrelevant and without true friends. As you say if you’ve raised your kids well they no longer need bailing out. And no one sits by the fire reminiscing about the stacks of money good old dad left them in the will.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for sharing have a great weekend Cheers 🍻🙂

[@JohnMaddox-ri4to]

All great advice the toughest transition is from saver to spender but its a nice problem to have. As far as having too much stuff we have just returned from UK after moving my mother-in law into a care home, we were tasked with clearing the house of 35 years most of the stuff had'nt seen the light of day for 20 years plus some were unopened. We refer to it as CLS Cute Little S- - -. don't need it. Experiences and good positive friends are the key plus focus on your health, negative people always have a problem for your solution. We were on the Regal Princes with you[Geordies]came back on the QM2, next week off to Vancouver for two week cruise in Alaska then a 28 days cruise in South Pacific. Life is precious do your best to live it to the fullest, remember not everything has to cost money, enjoy each day. Plus don"t watch the News. All the best!!!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Lovely to hear from you John and hope you enjoy your Alaska Cruise 🚢 we did the Inside Passage a few years ago and just loved it take care both of you Cheers 🍷🙂🍻🌺

[@JBoy340a]

I find so many people spend too much money on alcohol. A glass of wine with dinner is one thing. 2-3 glasses is another. Plus, a lot of people have a couple of beers or drinks in the afternoon.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

There might be a lot of truth in this , maybe everything in moderation 🍷🌺🍻🙂

[@francansdell8249]

What many people do not realise, sadly, is that alcohol is a carcinogen. Many older women with breast cancer don't understand this fact.

[@pattylyman7907]

My daughter always tells us to stop buying "stuff" for her to throw away when we are gone. "Stuff" requires dusting and Im so over that! Don't save to pay for a nursing home.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Have a great weekend Patty Cheers 🍷🌺🙂

[@mckenna8663]

One of your tips is a personal favorite that I learned a few years ago..... Our pastor always starts each January with lesson on budgeting. One year.. for me... his take-away left a lasting impression. He said, "Stop buying STUFF. You don't need it!. Now, I can stand up here and give you reason after reason, verse after verse why.... But this time, I'm going to teach you HOW not the buy that stuff. When you see something that's just gnawing away at the grip you have on your wallet, repeat these 3 sentences to yourself. 1. Wow - that's cool/stunning/awesome/beautiful! (Say this while looking at it longingly.) 2. I really like that/I'm so impressed. (Say this as you imagine how it would look at your house or as you'd hold it/ride in it/wear it.) 3. I don't need it. (Happily walk away.) It's been working for me these last 20-some years! ☺️💰

[@lillyofthevalley7937]

I would ask my self 3x " Can I live without this" and always get the same answer....NO!

[@Jkaye13]

It definitely takes practice to walk away from things we 'think' we want or need.. I have learned to pause, and wait, ponder on something for a few days or a week.. and most of the time l will come to the conclusion that l DON'T need it and l don't buy it.. l have also found that the older l have gotten, the less I think that l need.

[@sandrasavoie8641]

“It’s show time!” 😂😂😂 love this!

[@murrayhaven]

Hubby and I have recently retired. Our plan is to pay for yearly vacations with our adult children and our grandchildren. My joy comes from being together and lots of laughs. ❤you, two. Cheers!

[@dwaynecostello5788]

That's a great plan, we have the same goal and will try the route of buying a cottage so everyone can join us for however long they can visit during the summer. In the end it's all about being with loved ones and creating memories.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

A nice idea Murray Cheers 🌺🍻🙂

[@madeleinewinterdown3256]

Yup! All my patients have this plan until a disabling illness pushes them into needing assisted living. Not all care is covered and it always catches the boomers off guard!! Now the province can send you to Northern Ontario if there’s no beds and you have no money, no agency to make token decisions. Good luck spending every last penny, which might work in an American private insurance world, but fails miserably in a Canadian context!

[@tobyo99]

Totally agree! We're just back from two glorious weeks in Spain. We got a little inheritance and decided to live it up and go back to our favorite country. It was totally different than last trips because we didn't feel constrained. We got first class train tickets and if we saw something we wanted, we bought it. At the same time we didn't go overboard. We typically buy practical things like shirts (I got 6 shirts, he got 3), a beautiful mug from Granada, some "tapones"(corks for wine bottles with beautiful ceramic tops that will always remind us of our trip), some bookmarks from a couple of museums. We maybe spent $200 on all of that but they're practical things and will remind us of our wonderful trip.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Wonderful memory glad you enjoyed it Toby 🍷🌺🙂

[@waffles1ca]

Why are we / am I still saving? Because I was raised by parents who were raised in the depression, I’m 65 and have 50 years of savings habits, it’s totally intrenched. I don’t buy anything to impress anyone. Simple rewarding live, I absolutely love life. Cheers

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

It is hard but after 50 years maybe you need to rethink things 🤔and enjoy life even more 🌺

[@waffles1ca]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement thanks, I could not be happier!

[@Rob9mm]

Same!! Can recall my mom would ask for "1/2 glass of water". Can't waste those additional 4 oz!!!

[@jetv1471]

So right about the “buying things”. ! Coffins don’t have pockets … But I don’t know about the “stop worrying “ thing 😂… some of us have spent our lives honing that skill to a fine point ! 😂😂

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

If you can manage to stop worrying as when you were working , life becomes a lot better 🌺🙂

[@stephenandrew6410]

Tina and Norm! I wish you were my neighbors, you are so great and cute together. This video is spot on in every point.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you! 😊

[@ohmydog9]

Just dropping truth bombs throughout this video - love it. I’m probably one of your younger viewers, but I enjoy listening to you because I want to learn from your life experiences.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That’s great glad you enjoy our channel 🍻🙂

[@mike4523]

I like how advice tip #2 is to stop buying stuff, and then you have links to Amazon purchases in the video description.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We were referring to buying stuff on trips Mike 🍻🙂

[@georgelorber3160]

What a lovely couple. Pleasure to watch your channel and listen to your messages

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you so much! have a great weekend George Cheers 🍻

[@Fortran66-d7n]

Great ideas.... also get your Will updated. I've seen a few older folks who enjoy getting the bargains at CDN Tire but shy away from the lawyers office.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Great advice for us all 👍

[@sarahsmom1002]

As a fellow Canadian, I chuckled at your comment about mainly bringing back "duty-free booze" from a vacation. I can totally relate! There are some favourite liqueurs I like to get in the duty-free shop, some almost half the price they go for in liquor stores here.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Cheers Sarah 🍷🌺🍻

[@OurRetireEarlyJourney]

💙 it! “It’s Showtime”. Great view on retirement.

[@kathysarmiento4652]

With the high cost of housing in the Miami, I see many multi-generational households.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That is one solution Kathy Cheers 🇺🇸🍷🇨🇦

[@saveourplanet4204]

Create memories with people you love and enjoy! My husband and I are treating our son and our lovely daughter in law to a trip to Hawaii for all 4 of us! Love your channel!!❤

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Sounds great! have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🌺🍷🙂

[@fdouville6166]

Great philosophy ! I totally agree. We are retired and we travel because it is our pleasure. The kids told us to spend our money and we intend to do so. 🇨🇦

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Love that! Cheers 🌺🙂

[@teresaf221]

Such excellent info! I would love to send it to so many fiends I have that say they cannot afford anything! They live in big houses paid for, the cheap out on cloths, food, fun. Sell the house spend the money! Invest the money pull monthly payments. Your home sale will pay your medical or retirement home costs. Rent like these too!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That’s awesome Teresa if you share with all those friends we might get lots of new subscribers 😂😂Cheers 🍷🌺🙂🍻

[@Rossy-tf2jh]

Showtime, guys !!! Stay healthy, wealthy, and wise !!!

[@hr3134]

I love you two!! You're so positive and sweet, it's an absolute delight to watch your videos! A dear friend of mine's "financial advisor" told her she needs 5 MILLION dollars to retire... can you imagine? She is in a near constant state of worry over money. "Worry is the thief of Joy."... so true! I'll share this video with her in hopes it helps. Also, love Norms t-shirts, my favorite so far is The Police :)

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much we hope you’re friend finds different advice

[@nancyglassman9979]

I’m 72 and yes still freak out at the thought of dipping into the savings!! 😂😂😂 but we are planning our trip to Portugal! Thanks guys ❤

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We hope you have a great time Nancy 🌺🙂

[@nancyglassman9979]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement you are so cute and very informative! We enjoy your videos 🩷

[@leostav]

Thank you, Tina and Norm! One of your best episodes! Great advice for the folks like us, who are following your journey through retirement life and 5-10 years behind you. Inspiring, calming, priceless!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Our pleasure! Cheers 🍻🙂🌺

[@SurlyShirley]

Thanks Norm and Tina. We just retired 5 months ago and we do worry about money. Of course we are getting less in pensions than we earned from working so right now we are worried if we will run out of money. Love you two ❤

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Congratulations 🥳 on your retirement we have lots of videos addressing how you feel please take a look at them have a great weekend 🍷🌺🙂🍻

[@AlviSultan]

🇨🇦 One formula to keep you financially happy, always keep your spending less than your income, still working or retired. Cheers ... 🙏❤🎉🌷💐😄

[@bmindful1888]

Awesome video ! I know too many people more in love with their money than living life to the fullest….and love the comment about being authentic !!!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much 🍻🙂

[@pamsmith6998]

This is one of your BEST videos ever!! So true. But I think this is the wisdom that comes with life experience. Here’s hoping it helps some get to this point earlier. You shared it beautifully.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you so much Pam have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🍻🍷🙂🌺

[@jgriffin282]

You guys are right. “It’s showtime”. 😂

[@floridastitcher1]

Alot of times people spend money to entertain themselves. My mom spent every dime on nick-nacks for her house. Now she needs assisted living and can’t afford it. We don’t need half of what we think we do.

[@dgs8011]

I sometimes travel with a friend who is still into buying souvenirs. Not me. LOL. I think once you've done a purge, you do not care about more souvenirs.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We agree more things to dust 😂😂 Cheers 🍻🙂

[@barbaraebner5889]

Sacrifice is hard not to do. The times we live in are scary.

[@MissDashwood1]

Great advice! One thing to think about it is the cost of care you're going to need if you happen to live to be old because no matter what - your health will deteriorate in ways you can't imagine now. I have different friends who are taking care of elderly parents who were irresponsible with money in retirement and now their kids in their 50's are having to fork out tens of thousands a month on extra homecare /caregiving, meal prep, rides, certain not covered medications and the needs go on and on, not to mention private nursing homes many of which are $10,000-$20,000/month. This is especially tough when also having to support children in college especially with rents and home costs so astronomically high. All of my friends with hard working young adult children are going to sacrifice a ton of travel and flash cars in retirement so their children can have a home one day. In Canada, the big cities are well over $1M for even an infill, duplex or condo. In Alberta there is no rent control so landlords can double or triple the rent and they are at this moment, resulting in seniors becoming homeless because they have nothing saved and rely solely on gov't pensions. I think it's great to stay active and splurge here and there, but generally I'm team SAVE.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for sharing 🌺

[@lillyofthevalley7937]

4 relatives in Asia, all in their 80s, have their own maid/ helper , cook and driver. Super affordable. They have health issues but like their quality of life in tropical weather.

[@christopherhurley8694]

Excellent video. No nonsense advise. I agree fully.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🌺🙂

[@barfed64]

We stopped saving 4 years ago, but somehow money still continue accumulating :)

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Hi guys isn’t that funny that seems to have happened to us too hope you both have a wonderful weekend Cheers 🍷🙂🍻🌺

[@sct4040]

Me too

[@barfed64]

@@ThisIsOurRetirementWe have a perfect weather over here, sunny and warm! We are babysitting our son's family dog, while our kids and families are traveling to Italy. :) Meanwhile, we spontaneously decided to go to northern Spain (Oviedo, Asturias) on a short trip in June. A lot of our trips are spontaneous, - we look for a cheap flight to Europe, and plan our getaway around that. Put Asturias and Galicia on your radar. Beautiful areas of Spain! We just keep going there (and to Portugal, of course!) Enjoy your weekend! Cheers!

[@tonysomewhere5920]

What's the secret?

[@barfed64]

@@tonysomewhere5920 I'm not sure there's a secret... If you were able to accumulate enough for retirement, it means you always were good with the money, - spending wisely, looking for good deals, etc. you'll continue doing all these in your retirement. We found out, that once you retire, your spending goes down. You have more time on your hand to find better deals, be it shopping or travel. I guess, you are not in a rush to make a buying/spending decision. Plus you don't need to save for retirement anymore.

[@sillymonsterfromthe4]

Great video and information 😎

[@slothy-sloth-sloth5681]

Great suggestions. Re-evaluating relationships with unsupportive/negative relatives is big on my list.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

That’s a very interesting point thanks for sharing 🌺🙂

[@wilfs1196]

Will be vacationing in Albufeira in March of 2025 for 30 days.Enjoying your videos & they'll give us a head start. Subscribed , from welland Ontario

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Welcome aboard!

[@garyspurrell9569]

Great points, well done!

[@jimdeisley4017]

We buy one Christmas ornament to remind us of our vacation. That’s it.

[@denbee1368]

I really needed to see this video today! It has snapped me out of the funk I was in and gave me permission (again) to enjoy my money. Thanks!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Wonderful!

[@BF2021-kf8xz]

I agree with the “pay for experiences” mentality. Unfortunately my wife likes “stuff”. 🙄

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Sounds like a compromise!

[@BF2021-kf8xz]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement good point!

[@knightwriter2989]

Fabulous video. I enjoy your channel very much. I'm 60 and joined my local golf club and playing golf again now. I used to be scratch 30 years ago but put it all on hold to raise a family. We have SAVED and kids are grown. I don't feel guilt over playing golf and enjoying life again!!!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Absolutely wonderful we are so happy for you when we first got married we always said we would have life after kids so happy for you too 🍻🙂

[@peggyj7243]

Great reminder as I approach retirement that I need to shift the mind set to enjoy the fruit of my labor...I think it may initially be easier said than done ( but I plan to try hard ✈️). Keep inspiring!

[@kimmckinley7879]

This is perfect! 👌. Great message ❤

[@BrianKennedy-s3t]

This is your best video yet…

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you so much 🥳🌺

[@dadblack7838]

You two are a brill example to us all

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks!

[@ItsBlissfulAcres]

still working, still saving... makes me think, tho

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for watching 🌺

[@DJwCW]

Really need this video, thank you!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

You're so welcome! 🌺

[@carolinap4150]

I am glad I found your channel. I enjoy the way you share your experiences and some of your thoughts through this space, which I totally relate to. My husband and I just retired and we are going through the adjustment phase of our time and budget. Thank you Tina and Norm; from a fellow Canadian. Norm: keep on wearing those Pink Floyd/Genesis t-shirts ✌🎶

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you Carolina we really appreciate your kind words 💕

[@carolinap4150]

@@ThisIsOurRetirement thank you both :) ❤

[@calr4459]

I’ve been retired for 25 years. One thing I’ve definitely learned is stop those casino trips now! At casinos I’ve seen and talked to people losing hundreds and thousands a month. I had a conversation with a business owner who was spending thousands of his business dollars at the slots. Cheap alternative for my wife and I is betting at horse races. Two dollar bet times ten races equals twenty dollars.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Ooh we forgot about the Casinos 🎰🤔yikes that’s scary 🍻🙂🌺

[@arnoldmonk6381]

The house always wins! The biggest house in our town belongs to the man who runs the bingo halls, the second biggest belongs to his daughter. Not many rich gamblers.

[@Whathetruthis]

Thank you 🙏, great advice! I’m trying to get my wife to get out her pre retirement mindset. She’s is still on saving mode. It’s a slow process but she is slowly coming around.💃🕺🍾

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Best of luck! 🌺

[@cadlac1533]

Thank you for reminding me about this❤❤ Last trip from UK some of my younger friends asking me to buy UK nagnets back for them, I did. From now on I have to say no to ‘em. You are right the past is the past …. Stay present only ! ❤ Happy Memorial Day to you both. Me too I have been learned a hard way as working since very young age for many decades not thing faell from the sky at all. Now. I spending time for my health , traveling & doing that I like . Swimming , walking, gardening & cooking and post on my KZbin ( learn new things) 😂😂still many thugs to learn how to make KZbin 😂😂.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much for sharing

[@pierrepinard1066]

Thanks Norm and Tina. Always nice to be remembered of those principles.

[@marilynrybak9154]

Congrats.

[@rubysrithavanathan3212]

You are giving me great advice. I am 62 want to retire soon.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Best of luck! thanks for watching Ruby 🌺🙂

[@1ADP]

Love the round filling cabinet 😂 great advice I need to take a leaf out of the book.

[@sammie44]

Hi Tina and perfect Norm. 😆 😜 Love these ideas. Positivity is key. 🤩 I agree getting an inheritance in your 40’s is better than later in life. It helps a lot!!! How are you guys? Enjoying the trailer yet? You are living your best life! 🌟 Have a wonderful week ahead! Sam 😊

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Going to be opening the trailer soon every time we think of going like tomorrow weather forecast is ⛈️ Thunderstorms and rain ☔️, we are fair weather campers so don’t go 😂😂. Have a great weekend Sam 🍷🙂🌺

[@melissab876]

I imagine that it's a big shift in thinking! Nose to the grindstone, paying a mortgage, saving for retirement, then FREEDOM. Also lots of elderly have survived wars, famine, the great depression. Then it's hard not to be frugal. Sadly, my mom passed this year and only started enjoying her money during the last few years of her life. At that point she couldn't travel anymore.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Sorry to hear about your mum passing Melissa and that she didn’t get to enjoy more of her money 💰 it is very hard to from saving to spending . Have a nice weekend and thanks for watching 🌺🙂

[@MrGearoid65]

Great video, Tina and Norm. You're right about everything. Enjoying life in retirement is so important. Hope your channel continues to grow!!! Take care of yourself. 😊

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much we so appreciate your support have a wonderful week Cheers 🍻🙂🌺

[@terryevp4084]

This is one of your best video. Many Thanks for this amazing content

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you Terry 🌺🙂

[@TheAngela2C]

Another idea for your future video. Many of my friends in theire 50 ties start thinking about keeping their young appearance by: botox, facelift, other procedures. Women take it really seriously when they are ageing. Huge issue. not even health. Appearance. They are losing part of their identity and ageing is scaring the hell out of them. Tina , you are aging gracefully, not doing any procedures. So, Idea on spending on yourself: is it just get greater experience with people you love. Or.. self-maintenance as well

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Interesting suggestion I Tina would definitely not being going down the Botox route !! To age gracefully wrinkles and all is who we are in my opinion Cheers 🍷🙂🌺

[@midlifetravelbug]

I couldn't agree more! if you don't have your health... its truly so much.

[@debracroteau4028]

Just found you last night. Love your content. Helping you chase that plaque 😊

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Awesome thank you! welcome to our channel Debra have a great weekend Cheers ☕️🌺

[@BcDano139]

Omg I love you both!!! Sage advice wonderfully delivered. Thank you.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

You are so welcome have a great weekend Daniel 🌺🙂

[@douglasthompson9482]

Freedom is wonderful….I have been myself for decades. I cared less about sucking up to anyone. I could have done better financially but I can sleep at night.

[@alandusautoy8204]

Congratulations on 48+ years.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you 🍻🌺

[@marilynstuart7405]

Love listening to you guys find you both very grounded and calm plus you give great advice ta!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thank you 🌺🍷👍

[@ironmantran]

Agreed ! this is THE MOST right-on episode ! . . . btw, them binoculars look good on Norm ! LOL...

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thats awesome glad you enjoyed it have a great weekend Cheers 🍻🙂

[@EmteeTeee]

Hi Tina and Norm!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :) Your fan Mary from Toronto, ON. What an AWESOME video. I totally AGREE 1billion% with you two with everything you said. Have a great weekend everyone! Mary :)

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much Mary always lovely to hear from you and we hope you have an awesome weekend Cheers 🍷🌺🙂

[@carollane7938]

This is a very positive video! 😁 Thank you!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

You are so welcome! 🍷🌺

[@romanhollow2985]

Showtime can only begin when curtain comes on debt.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Definitely helps to be Debt free 🙂

[@richardshaw4336]

😂😂 ....Fantastic video Tina & Norm. Love the humour lightening the mood Norm. Die with Zero is a superb book. Just wish I'd read it 40 years ago!! My Financial advisor keeps urging me to spend. 60 now so I guess I will. Looking forward to having more my time. I think with inheritance set up a trust when younger to give children money when you're alive as Bill Perkins suggests. Big challenge not worrying though sometimes. Congratulations on 49 wonderful years.👏👏 By the way I'm perfect as well Norm 😂😂.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for watching Richard glad you are both perfect together 😂😂🍻🌺🙂

[@bw5277]

Thanks for posting, great advice! We take two or three trips to Kauai, Maui, or Big Island every year. Stay with relatives or Airbnb...eat at local cafes and take out places. Get lots of exercise and sun while we are there . Always go in off season...airfare often less than 1/2 of busier seasons. Enjoy your channel!

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Sounds wonderful and thanks for supporting our channel have a great weekend Cheers 🍷🙂🍻🌺

[@freedomlife3623]

What is considered off season for Hawaii? Their Summer?

[@dedadanigo5417]

​November to mid December works for us and it is a low season. Summer is the lowest season but it's too hot for us🥵...aloha🏝️​@@freedomlife3623

[@bw5277]

Hawaii. Mid January and Feb. sept to mid Nov

[@vickimunro4599]

Perfect video! I really enjoy the content you provide.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Glad you enjoy it! enjoy your weekend Vicki Cheers 🌺🙂🍷🍻

[@celiakulrich255]

Just finished the book Die with Zero.i think you guys read it too because you follow alot of his principles.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

We have read it and thought it was very thought provoking but also he is a multi millionaire and when he wrote it he as a lot younger than we are now Celia Cheers 🍷🌺🙂

[@ZZ-ou7gp]

Subscribed... hope you get the plaque soon guys. Good advice as always too 🙂

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks so much welcome to our channel 🙂🌺

[@dondtektor8537]

Your best advice yet,,,Well done,,,

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Glad you think so! 🌺

[@christopherhurley8694]

Also In America, you can gift cash each year as a Tax free gift up to $16k. So, maybe gift to your adult children now in piece mill and have them pay off their house early or help them set up an Roth IRA. I feel so many seniors and boomers today are still paying bills for their Adult children.

[@ThisIsOurRetirement]

Thanks for sharing great idea Christopher 🇺🇸🍻🇨🇦💰