Why retire once when you can retire often? Hear real mini-retirement stories. See how mini-retirements can unlock work-life balance, purposeful living, and fin...
How to Decouple Identity from Career for a Mini-Retirement
Mitch shares his journey towards a mini-retirement, discussing the challenges of decoupling his identity from work, the role of therapy in his transition, and the planning involved in their adventure. He reflects on the joy of spending quality time with family while traveling and the unexpected return to work with a new perspective. Mitch offers encouragement for others considering a similar path, emphasizing the importance of self-evaluation and planning for a fulfilling life beyond traditional work. Takeaways Mitch and his wife were both working demanding jobs before considering a mini-retirement The financial independence community inspired Mitch to rethink his career path Decoupling identity from work is crucial for a successful transition Therapy played a significant role in helping Mitch understand his feelings about work Planning their mini-retirement adventure was essential to ensure they followed through Living in a camper for 11 weeks brought the family closer together Returning to work allowed Mitch to coach and guide others rather than manage Links: • myFIcapsule Episode #23: Our Big Trip Explained! • EverdayFI Episode #33: Mitch & Meg’s Money Musings
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Mini Retirements: A Lifetime of Adventures by saving 6.5%
Jillian discusses the concept of mini-retirements, exploring how much one needs to save to enjoy these experiences throughout life. She emphasizes the importance of planning, budgeting, and finding ways to increase income or reduce expenses to make mini-retirements feasible. Jillian provides practical calculations and strategies for saving, encouraging listeners to think creatively about financing their adventures and maximizing their experiences. Takeaways How saving an additional 6.5% of your income can fund mini-retirements. Finding ways to increase income or reduce expenses is key to financial freedom. Postponing small luxuries can lead to greater experiences later.
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Developing Failure Immunity with an around the World Trip
In this conversation, Charles shares the inspiring journey of taking a seven-month mini retirement with his family, exploring the motivations behind their decision, the planning process, and the transformative experiences they encountered along the way. He discusses the impact of travel on his children, the importance of adaptability, and how the trip allowed them to reconnect as a family. Charles also highlights the lessons learned about resilience, the value of pausing in life, and his upcoming book that documents their adventure. Takeaways Travel was a shared dream that started on their honeymoon COVID-19 made them rethink the timing of their trip They aimed for immersion in cultures rather than a packed itinerary The trip was a reset for their family values and connections Children showed remarkable adaptability and resilience during the trip Travel experiences fostered growth and confidence in their kids
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Seasons of life with expiration dates
In this solo episode, Jillian discusses the necessity of taking mini retirements to engage in meaningful activities that have expiration dates, such as family adventures. Jillian reflects on her own experiences and the unpredictability of life, encouraging listeners to prioritize these moments before they pass by. Takeaways Mini retirements allow for experiences that can't fit into weekends Some life experiences have expiration dates that can't be postponed until 65 Life is unpredictable, and we should seize opportunities when they arise Regrets often stem from not taking chances when we had the time The joy of experiences can outweigh the hassle of planning them As we age, our preferences and abilities change, impacting our adventures
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When the dream job becomes soul crushing
Jacob Wade shares his transformative journey from a high-stress tech sales job to a life of travel and family connection through a mini retirement. He discusses the mental health challenges that led to his decision, the planning and execution of a year-long RV trip with his family, and the profound impact it had on their lives. Jacob reflects on the shift from a corporate career to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of embracing risk and prioritizing personal fulfillment over financial metrics. Takeaways Jacob experienced a mental breakdown due to work stress and travel demands. Jacob's journey highlights the importance of mental health and family connection. He realized he didn't need to reach a financial finish line to make life changes. The FIRE movement can create a mindset that limits freedom vs create it. He learned that life is about the journey, not just financial goals. The risk of staying in a job you hate can be greater than the risk of change. Follow and Connect with Jacob: YouTube.com/@Roadmapmoney Instagram.com/@roadmapmoney threads.net/@roadmapmoney
Why retire once when you can retire often? Hear real mini-retirement stories. See how mini-retirements can unlock work-life balance, purposeful living, and financial freedom.
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