In this episode: slowing down, stoicism, finding something to neglect on purpose, focusing on the present, flow states, and actionable steps.
Throughout the history of this podcast we have had many guests discuss books that have offered great advice and education to them on the Journey to FI, and with the large selection to choose from we can't think of a better time to start working down the list! On today’s episode we are joined by Josue and Ginger in our new series The Choose FI Book Club. This week, we’ll be sharing our thoughts and takeaways from the book "4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals" by Oliver Burkeman, as well as share some opinions on the book from our listeners who shared their opinions with us! While many of us on the Journey to FI feel that this lifestyle can be very future-driven, it can be overwhelming to want to accomplish so much with only so much time. This book reminds us that time is finite, and you can’t spend it worrying about what you have or haven't yet accomplished. Instead, it may be best to live in the present and appreciate the day to day as it relates to your journey. Having a timeline and working towards the finish line is part of the journey, but remember that the decisions you are making in your life and the experiences that come with it are just as important as the end result!
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More Helpful Links and Resources:
474 | Social Security Deep Dive | Denis Shapiro
473 | Are We There Yet? 'Retire Early' Case Study
472 | The Cure for the Boring Middle | Fioneers
471 | Mailbag: Inflation and FI, ACA Subsidies, Roth vs. Trad and More | Cody Garrett
470 | The Spectrum of Financial Independence | Chris Hutchins
469 | A Tale of Action | Navish Bahl
468 | Year End Wins 2023
467 | The Power of Community | Amy, Diania, and Stephen
466 | Journey to Financial Freedom | Jamila Souffrant
465 | Jonathan Returns: Upside Down Economics and the Priceless Value of a Great Question
464 | Budgeting Masterclass | Tiffany "The Budgetnista" Aliche
463 | Superpower of Frugality | Frugal Friends
462 | Pathfinders | JL Collins
461 | Taking Space for Yourself and Community | October Roundup
460 | Preparing for the Cost of College | Brian Eufinger
459 | Follow the Thread | Cory Muscara
458 | A Healthy State of Panic | Farnoosh Torabi
457 | Mailbag: Cover Your Expenses | Rachael Camp
456 | Taking a Step to FI | September Roundup with Ginger
455 | Creating Your Entrepreneurial Flywheel | Nathan Barry
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