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7 Stoic Money Lessons That Will Change How You See Wealth!

7 Stoic Money Lessons That Will Change How You See Wealth

January 7, 2025

Stoicism, the ancient philosophy founded in Athens, continues to offer timeless wisdom for navigating life’s challenges. While its teachings often focus on virtue and emotional resilience, Stoic principles also provide profound insights into personal finance and financial independence. Jonas Salzgeber, author of The Little Book of Stoicism, distills these lessons into actionable advice for modern life.…

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Die With Zero Bill Perkins Book Review Millionaires Only, Please!

“Die with Zero” by Bill Perkins: Millionaires Only, Please!

December 13, 2024

Bill Perkins’ Die with Zero presents a bold idea: spend your money in ways that maximize life’s experiences instead of hoarding wealth for an uncertain future. While the book contains nuggets of wisdom for certain audiences, it falls short for others, particularly those early in their financial independence journeys. Let’s break it down into what works, what…

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The Perfect Withdrawal Strategy for Early Retirement

The Early Retirement Withdrawal Strategy to Optimize Your Income

December 12, 2024

Retiring early is an exciting milestone, but ensuring your savings last requires a well-thought-out early retirement withdrawal strategy. By leveraging tax-efficient withdrawals, managing…

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The Perfect Passive Portfolio for Early Retirement

The Perfect Passive Portfolio for Early Retirement

December 6, 2024

Achieving financial independence and retiring early (FIRE) is an exciting goal, but it requires careful planning to ensure long-term financial stability. For…

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Retirement Lifestyle

Retirement Lifestyle: Building a Meaningful Life After Work

November 30, 2024

Retirement marks a significant milestone—a time to shift from work to freedom, from stress to purpose, and from accumulation to enjoyment. However,…

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Enough Money to Retire

Enough Money to Retire and Enough Money to Die

November 28, 2024

The Two Phases of “Enough Money” in Financial Independence What is enough money? In the pursuit of financial independence (FI), this question arises…

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Why Money Is Important?

Why is Money Important?

November 22, 2024

Money: it’s a subject everyone thinks about, yet few discuss openly. Why is money important? On the surface, it might seem like…

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The Mount Rushmore of Financial Independence

The Mount Rushmore of Financial Independence: Icons, Community, and Inspiration

November 20, 2024

What if the Financial Independence (FI) movement had its own Mount Rushmore? In a lively discussion on the Forget About Money Podcast, the hosts,…

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Things that are too expensive that we don't buy anymore

Too Expensive: 9 Everyday Items We’ve Stopped Buying and Affordable Alternatives

November 15, 2024

With rising prices affecting nearly everything we buy, many people are rethinking their spending habits to With rising prices impacting nearly everything,…

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Dual Income No Kids (DINK) Lifestyle Explained

Dual Income No Kids (DINK): The Financial and Lifestyle Benefits of a Child-Free Life

November 13, 2024

The Dual Income No Kids (DINK) lifestyle is growing in popularity as more couples decide to focus on financial goals, personal freedom, and experiences…

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Career Breaks, Gap Years, and Sabbaticals How to Plan, Save, and Make the Most of Time Away with Katrina McGhee

Career Breaks: Discover the Power of a Life-Changing Pause

November 6, 2024

In today’s fast-paced world, the concept of taking a step back from work has gained significant traction. More people are choosing to…

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