New Delhi, April 16 -- A 42-year-old Reddit user has triggered a wider conversation on financial independence and mental burnout after sharing details of his life savings, expenses, and deteriorating health due to a stressful job. Despite having no dependents, no debt, and Rs.2.5 crore saved entirely in fixed deposits, he questioned if early retirement was a viable option. "I am completely exhausted and tired of this 9 to 5. always stressed and always thinking of deadlines at work," he wrote. "I've developed health problems and pretty much hate everything."

The man, who remains unmarried and has no plans to marry, also noted that his parents passed away long ago and he doesn't own property or a vehicle. His monthly expenses are roughly R...