Stressed Air Traffic Controller Facing Early Retirement Dilemma! 😰✈️

Hey everyone, I’m Sarah, and I work as an air traffic controller for the federal government. Most people here seem to be in tech, but my world is all about keeping planes safe in the sky. I’m eligible to retire at 54, but the mandatory age is 56. I’ll have a lifelong annuity of about $50k, but I’m aiming to save $1.25M in investments by then. Lately, the pressure at work has been intense—long shifts, high stakes, and constant stress. I worry if I’ll make it to my retirement goal without burning out. Sometimes, I feel isolated since my job is so different from everyone else’s. Has anyone else faced similar retirement planning stress or felt out of place in their field? I’d love some advice or just to hear your stories. 🙏 #JobCareer #RetirementPlanning #WorkplaceStress