I retired at 58, regretted it, and went back to work. At 67, I was finally ready to quit again.

Misty Miller retired earlier this year for the second time, first retiring at 58. Misty Miller Misty Miller retired early but returned to work due to financial stress and a sense of purpose. Miller's high living costs led her back to work, but she found work tiring and retired again. Miller now enjoys financial stability and social activities, with plans to write a children's book. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Misty Miller, 67, who retired early but returned to work due to financial concerns. A few years after returning to work, she retired again after a mindset change. This interview has been edited for clarity. I'm doing much better than I ever thought I would. I feel lively and happy, and my mind is clear. I don't have to worry about many things. I submitted my retirement paperwork in 2017 and had $500,000 saved.