positive version of "resting on your laurels"
If someone has accomplished many outstanding achievements and established an incredible legacy, how can I say "I hope they finally found time to settle down and chill out, proud of what they have"
Something like, "They deserve to be resting on their laurels"
But without the negative connotations
Solution 1:
You can use the expression
well-earned
fully deserved
- a well-earned rest
(M-W)
- I hope they finally found time to settle down and enjoy a well-earned rest.