I don't think your outlook is warped mouse, actually quite logical in essence. It is the same as we age, in that if we stop our minds get bored, so we die. Those who keep their mind and body active in retirement, live much longer. We stop, we die. I can understand your outlook, and really only see it as commonsense. You do what is best for you mouse, and that is what matters. The only time you would need to step back, is if it isn't working for you.