Lisa Featherngill reflects on her first six months of retirement

Lisa Featherngill has spent her first six months in retirement after a long career as a financial adviser.

She thought she was ready to leave work.

The experience has shown her that retirement can bring surprises beyond what financial projections capture.

Planning can estimate the financial side, but it cannot prepare someone for every part of the transition.

Featherngill’s experience highlights the personal adjustment involved in retiring.

Her reflections may help others think beyond their finances when preparing to stop work.

The account does not say what she plans to do next.