Deviate Time is your truest form of wealth (and travel helps you embrace your riches)
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Jan 8, 2026 
Chris Hutchins, a podcaster and optimization enthusiast, dives deep into the concept of 'Time Wealth'—prioritizing rich experiences over possessions. He shares insights on how travel can align with family goals and values. Discover the benefits of slow travel, especially with kids, and why visiting local markets can enrich your journey. Chris also emphasizes the importance of traveling light and balancing technology on the road for a more immersive experience. Get ready to embrace gratitude through exploration!
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Time Is The Truest Wealth
- Wealth is best measured by how you use your limited time, not just money or possessions.
- Rolf Potts calls this "time wealth" and urges using money to buy time-rich experiences like travel or family moments.
Sweaty Bus Inspired Lyft
- Chris Hutchins recounts a co-founder riding a slow African bus that inspired Zimride, later Lyft.
- Rolf and Chris use this to show humble travel moments can spark big, creative ideas.
Smaller Net Worth, Bigger Time Wealth
- Prioritizing net worth can unintentionally trade time together for future security.
- Rolf suggests re-evaluating goals to favor smaller wealth and more present-moment family time.
