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There are definitely places to go for quiet away from the main streets. Sometimes too quiet!
ONLY $500K in savings at 35. Such a sad story. So sorry for you, as most people are lucky to have saved $50K at 35 or even 55! Money has no meaning if you are feeling lost with $500K.
Seriously though, my advice would be stop comparing yourself to others. Older or younger, married or single, successful or not, fit or fat. Know thyself. Go on a meditation retreat. You have nothing to lose and no limitations.
As others have wisely stated, health is paramount. Challenge yourself with a physical activity you’ve never done before. You’ll meet new people on the way.
Rethink work. List causes you truly believe in, then find an organization which aligns with one and apply for a job in your specialty to expand their reach. Work with purpose even if it’s only a year. Consider is a sabbatical if you need to frame it in a non committal way.
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2. I wonder if any younger current artists will follow Neil and leave the platform. I think Neil and Joni are unlikely to lose listeners as fans will simply migrate to other platforms. This could decrease Spotify’s strong position as a music platform and drive a perception that they are becoming a podcast platform.