Widowed at 55, Burned Out at Work, and Unsure About Retirement 😔

I’m 55 and a half, and life has thrown me some tough curveballs lately. I lost my husband seven months ago, and while I still find some joy in my job, working over 40 hours a week is wearing me down. I keep thinking about retirement, but the idea of working another 10 years just to reach Medicare feels overwhelming. My house will be paid off soon, and I’ve saved up for my son’s college, but most of my savings are tied up in retirement accounts, with only about $200k easily accessible. Property taxes are high—around $6,000 a year—so I wonder if moving to a different state would make sense when the time comes. I love my hobbies and know I won’t be bored, but the stress of the daily grind and uncertainty about the future keep me up at night. Has anyone else faced this crossroads? I’d really appreciate any advice or encouragement you can share. 🙏 #RetirementPlanning #WorkLifeBalance #CareerAdvice #JobCareer #Career