Age and cognitive skills: Use it or lose it

Re:Age and cognitive skills: Use it or lose it by ryandrake on Thursday March 06, 2025 @12:04PM (#43282504)

You can't forego savings because "I might die at 40". That's really not a sensible plan. It's a balancing act, but I'd rather have saved too much and die a little early, than not save enough and somehow live to 100.

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Re:Age and cognitive skills: Use it or lose it by brulard on Thursday March 06, 2025 @12:45PM (#43282964)

But accumulating and saving always comes at a cost. Is it worth to earn more money, but spend less time with your family for example? It's a delicate balancing act and you never know where the right balance is

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Re:Age and cognitive skills: Use it or lose it by bluGill on Thursday March 06, 2025 @01:58PM (#43283842)

I agree 100%. There is a balance you want enough savings for 'a rainy day' and also enjoy the rest of your life. retirement is only part of enjoping your life.

the important point is don't get so lost in saving money that you don't enjoy now.

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