Counting Down to Retirement—But Why Does It Feel Like a Marathon? 🏃‍♂️

Six months left until retirement—shouldn’t I be coasting? Instead, every day feels like management’s personal challenge to my sanity. After 35 years in the grind, I thought the finish line would be sweet, but now I’m dodging new rules, shifting expectations, and a never-ending pile of tasks. I’ve already met with a financial advisor who says I could walk away now, but I’m waiting for my wife to get on Medicare. So here I am, stuck in limbo, trying not to let frustration get the best of me. Has anyone else survived this awkward stretch? How did you keep your cool when every day felt longer than the last? I’d love to hear your advice or just know I’m not alone in this! 😩 #RetirementCountdown #WorkplaceStruggles #CareerAdvice #JobCareer