Bigs Quote by Vin Scully
“Some people die twice: once when they retire, and again when they actually pass away. Fear of the first one is a big incentive for me to keep working.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Retirement Commentary, 1995
Retirement can feel like a symbolic death, motivating continued work to stay alive mentally and socially.
In simple terms: Retirement feels like dying, so keep working.
Stay active after retirement.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- part‑time work
- learning new skills
- mentoring
- community involvement
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define purpose after a career?
- What activities give you a sense of vitality?
Retirement can also offer rest and renewal, not just loss.