I retired for the first time in 2015 with just shy of $1 million. Decided to go back to work in 2018, currently approaching $1.5.
I want to quit again, for various reasons: no need for the money, a chronic health condition that's getting worse that I've been ignoring, more time with friends/family, and the ability to travel/relocate during the terrible wildfire smoke season that is now frequently making it hazardous to exercise outside during the late summers (I live in wildfire territory in the US west).
Here's the thing: I thought quitting would be easy. I've been through it once before. I know the drill. But I find myself stressing about it again! I realize how ridiculous that is.
I want to put in my notice, but my brain keeps popping in with little excuses like "but imagine how much more money you'd have if you stayed another year or two!," and "your spouse isn't retiring until 2023; just work until they stop too," or the insidious "your job is focused on the environment and it's in crisis right now and you could help!," which is partially true, but I'm very close to burning out due to the overwhelming weight of it all and I know I'm not as effective as I once was.