One day, I caught myself thinking, "Retirement's not that far off." Looking back, I realized I had lived through the job-hunting ice age, missed the bubble economy, and somehow made it to my 50s. I've worked hard all these years — but lately I've started wondering: "Is this really how I want to spend the rest of my life?"
Table of Contents
- To Us Who Survived a Tough Era
- Now Is the Time — While Our Bodies Still Move
- Time to Rebuild Our Relationship with Money
- Reclaiming Our Lives Starts with Action
To Us Who Survived a Tough Era
We are the Dankai Junior Generation — born after the post-war boom, missing out on the bubble, and walking straight into the job-hunting ice age.
People often say, "You really lived through a rough time, huh?" To me, it didn't feel unusual — it was just how life was. And yet, here I am, with retirement not so far away.
Now Is the Time — While Our Bodies Still Move
Health is your greatest asset. Once your body gives out, it's too late. If we fall apart now, there might not be time to recover. That's why we act now: eat well, exercise, sleep, and get regular checkups.
Time to Rebuild Our Relationship with Money
There's less time left until retirement than we think. I was shocked when I reviewed my subscriptions — so many unnecessary ones. Using the Money Forward ME app, I finally saw where my money was actually going. I still enjoy dining out and my hobbies, but I've learned to spend only on what truly matters.
Reclaiming Our Lives Starts with Action
If you want a comeback, first fix your body and finances. If your body's strong, everything else can follow. Don't say "too late" — say "from now on."
- Even a 10-minute morning walk is a great start.
- Make your money visible with a budget app.
- Cancel one subscription you don't need.
- Schedule a health checkup today.
We still have time to redesign our lives. Let's start today.
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