Both my partner and I, have retired early (56 & 46). My partner took about 6 months to adjust but soon after that he got really into it and never looked back. I on the other hand, didn't need any adjustment period, I was ready for it for years and the only thing that was stopping me was paying off the mortgage. Once that was out of the way, I handed in my notice and the rest is history.

We now slow travel around Europe and we do a lot of house sitting to avoid the accommodation costs. We keep fit by running and going to the gym a few times a week. We feel healthier now than at any point in the last 10 years!

If you can afford it (you may need less than you think), go for it. You can make money at any point in your life (if you need to) but you can't get the time back.