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๐ 9 Reasons to Pursue Financial Independence
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Everyone dreams of having enough money in the bank to do what they want when they want. But it's not just about fancy cars or globetrotting on a whim (although, hey, no judgments if that's your jam). Letโs deep dive into why pursuing financial independence can be a total game-changer.
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1. You Can Live by Your Morals and Values
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Ever been asked to do something sketchy at work? Or maybe you're tired of supporting companies that donโt jive with your values. With financial independence, you're in the driver's seat. You can choose to work with, invest in, or support only those who align with your principles. No more compromising your values for a paycheck.
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2. Financial Independence Improves Your Health
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Financial independence gives you more time to focus on your health. I have met dozens of people who have had their โglow upโ after financial independence. You can start weight training more, cold plunging, hitting the gym, playing pickleball, and meal prepping all your healthy meals. Be your best you by stacking those bankrolls.
It also helps reduce stress levels from work-related issues which only helps your ticker.
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3. You Are Not Afraid to Lose Your Job
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Losing your job is always in the back of every person's mind who has a 9-5. It can happen at any time. In fact, if you have one income, you are someone else's decision away from having no income.
This is not to say you wonโt worry when you are financially free. But job-related stress will be out of your life for good.
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โ4. You Spend Time with People Because You Want To, Not Because Itโs Required
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No more mandatory awkward office parties or dinners with that insufferable cousin because he might "hook you up with a gig". Spend your time with people who lift you up, make you laugh, and share your love of 90s karaoke because life's too short for anything less.
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5. You Care Less About What Other People Think
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Financial independence is like a magic cloak of invisibility for societal pressures. Drive a 15-year-old car because you love it? Rock on. Prefer experiences over things? More power to you. You're living for you, not the Joneses.
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6. You Donโt Need to Rely on Others to Live
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Thereโs a unique kind of pride that comes from knowing youโve got yourself covered. You become the hero of your own story, and there's nothing more empowering than that.
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7. You Get to Spend Way More Time with Your Kids
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Ever missed a soccer game or a school play because of work? With financial independence, youโre the master of your schedule. Every milestone, every laugh, every tantrum โ youโre there for it.
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8. You Can Work on Your Passion Projects and Things That Matter to You
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Always wanted to write a novel? Build a treehouse? Learn the art of French pastry? Well, when youโre financially independent, your time is yours. Dive into those passion projects and revel in every second.
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9. You Can Help People at the Drop of a Hat
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This oneโs big. Having the financial freedom to support causes and people you believe in? Itโs the real secret sauce of wealth. You can make a difference, no waiting is required.
Whether youโre hustling on a side gig, investing smart, or living frugally, remember the goal. It's not just about money โ it's about living life on your own terms. Cheers to that!
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