Retired, with a lot of savings, don't do these 3 things to be happier

August 6, 2023 19:38

Once you retire, you need to know what to do and what not to do, no matter how much money you have saved.

In particular, you should not do these 3 things if you want to have a happy and joyful old age, according to Sohu page.

First, don't lend money to others easily.

When you retire, your health is not as good as before. The possibility of getting sick and having health problems is also high. Having money in hand helps the elderly feel more confident when facing risks.

During this period, if someone asks to borrow money, you should consider carefully, do not lend easily. Others have their difficulties, you also have yours. Only when you have savings in hand, will life be comfortable and secure. Unexpected accidents and health risks will not shake you.


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Of course, in some cases where it is too difficult, urgent or someone has helped you, you can lend within a certain capacity. You should only lend a small part and must ensure that the remaining part still makes you confident in any incident that occurs.

Don't lend your assets to others because of sweet words. You are the most important person and cherish your health.

Second, do not pity or overprotect your children.

When parents reach retirement age, their children are usually over 30 years old. At this age, children usually start their own families, become independent, and take care of their own lives. A lucky person entering retirement age is someone who enjoys a comfortable life and does not have to worry too much about their children and grandchildren.

However, there are still some elderly people who spoil their children from a young age, causing their children to have the habit of relying on their parents even when they are able to work and earn money.

If parents are too protective, their children will become dependent, afraid of working, hate working, and prefer leisure. As a result, even when they grow up, they still cannot support themselves. They even rely on the small allowance from their elderly parents. If their children accidentally do something bad and have to pay compensation, their parents will take care of it. This makes life, which is already not well off, even more difficult.

Parents should teach their children to be independent and to reduce their burdens. Parents also need to change their thinking and not overprotect their children when they grow up, causing them to never grow up.

Letting go at the right time, so that children can integrate into society, struggle and hit the road themselves to become more stable. That is the best thing for children and grandchildren. Protecting children all their lives is not love but harming them. At that time, parents will also have a more secure, happy and comfortable retirement with their salary or savings. And they also do not need to depend on any children.

Third, don't be vain.

Many people think that after having enough money, they have to show off their dignity to a few people. But no one will appreciate your "nobility" even if you spend a lot of money to invite them to eat and drink.

A good life doesn't need to be shown to others, just you seeing it is enough. Instead of spending money to "open the eyes" of those who used to look down on you, use that money to buy things that are good for your health, make you happier and more comfortable.

After retirement, no matter how much money you have, taking care of yourself is the most important thing. As for other unrelated people and things, you should remove them from your life. That is what you should do to make your retirement life worth living and enjoying.

According to Vietnamnet

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Retired, with a lot of savings, don't do these 3 things to be happier