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Find out how SheSpeaks members are envisioning retirement with Prudential:
by cknittel1 | NAZARETH, PA
I would love to travel
by Sugaree1021 | Philadelphia, PA
I will have a support system with whom I share complete trust so I won't have to worry about something having no autonomy in my later years.
by torisecret81 | WARREN, MI
I would love to not have to worry about bills.
by crazzyme_2 | AUGUSTA, ME
Be able to get a car
by Raycharoni | KNIGHTDALE, NC
I have always wanted to be in a play but have had severe social anxiety and can’t bear the audition process. In my senior years I am hoping to give less of a damn and just do these things I long to be a part of.
by dusksunset | GAINESVILLE, FL
While still working part-time as a freelance writer, I have immersed myself in music, both by attending concerts and taking voice and guitar lessons.
by dragonflyblue | AUSTIN, TX
I’m rewriting retirement by finally giving myself the freedom to explore. I want to travel through the state parks during the off-season, taking in the quiet, the open roads, and those spectacular views you only get when the crowds are gone.
by mdpope | MEBANE, NC
Definitely travel overseas
by anne1234 | TOMBALL, TX
I want to be able to live comfortably without worrying about day to day expenses.
by mdpope | MEBANE, NC
Definitely travel overseas
by Pyrolilly1 | Bergton , VA
I want to travel!
by erindipa | Aurora, CO
Pick me!
by lauren75 | Long Branch, NJ
Would love to retire
by YipsNBear | Louisville, MS
Be comfortable.
by SunnySideUp | Parkton, MD
great tips!