Mike Myers vs. Retirement

How are Michael Myers in Halloween & retirement similar? Hmmm, never thought about it. Here are a few things they have in common

He Always Comes Back (Like Retirement)

Michael Myers keeps returning, movie after movie. You think the story’s over, but it’s not. Retirement is the same way — it will come, whether you’re ready for it or not. Ignoring your 401(k) doesn’t make it go away.

Slow, Steady, and Relentless

He’s not flashy. He doesn’t sprint. But somehow, he always catches up. That’s compound interest. It creeps up slowly over the years, but the steady pace makes it incredibly powerful if you start early.

The Danger of Ignoring the Signs

In every Halloween movie, someone ignores the warnings — and pays the price. People do the same with their finances. They hear advice like “you’ll need more than Social Security” or “contribute enough to get the employer match” and shrug it off. Later, the consequences are real.

Preparation Is the Only Defense

Survivors in horror movies don’t win by luck — they stay alert, make a plan, and avoid obvious mistakes (like walking into the dark basement). With retirement, preparation is everything. Consistent saving, smart investing, and avoiding “bad advice traps” are how you stay safe.

Shortcuts Don’t Work

Characters in the movie try shortcuts: hiding, running, assuming Michael is gone. It never works. In retirement planning, shortcuts like skipping contributions or chasing quick, flashy investments rarely end well. Discipline beats gimmicks.

So, in a strange way, Michael Myers is the perfect metaphor for retirement. It’s inevitable, it creeps closer every year, and the only way to survive is to prepare long before it’s standing at your door.