Aside from taking a career break, I don’t fully buy into the concept of retirement. My own mother still works at 75 years old; she is still sprightly and young at heart.
But having a long-term financial plan is important for everyone, regardless of age and marital status, and mine includes investing in equities. As a single woman, I find this skill set to be critical and I wish more women took the time and interest to learn about such investments.
Besides taking care of my finances, I’m quite assured that if I need help in my twilight years, there are many healthcare support systems in place in Singapore and with the right insurance, I will have access to a paid caregiver or be placed in a care facility.
Right now, preventative measures are important – eating nutrient-dense meals, doing strength training, and getting cardiovascular exercise, all these will help me age well.
