In this episode: taking action, asking questions, navigating information, getting to where you want to go, the reason we learn, and growth mindsets!

Beginning your FI journey often means facing a lot of unfamiliar knowledge being thrown at you. With all the resources and alternative information provided, we know firsthand that it can be overwhelming. However, you should not feel intimidated to start your FI Journey! This week we are joined by an avid ChooseFI listener Josue to discuss the power that comes with learning new information, as well as the importance of taking action from information presented! No matter what financial or educational background you come from, your FI journey starts from a personal square one. Whether the information and knowledge presented from this journey is completely new or relatively familiar, there can be a sense of motivation that can be gained from continuing this journey! If you are searching for early FI excellence defined, then look no further than Josue!

Timestamps:

1:48 - Introduction
2:41 - 18 Months Ago...
5:53 - What Made You Chase FI?
10:43 - Taking Action and Asking Questions
17:30 - Growth Mindset and Changing
20:07 - Navigating Information/Combatting Echo-chambers
33:07 - Getting Where You Want To Go and How Josue Did It
39:40 - The Cost of Not Knowing
42:43 - Retirement Accounts
51:50 - This is Why We Learn/Life Insurance
56:36 - Leasing Cars
60:16 - Savings Rate Based On Value
65:47 - Josue Takes The Hot Seat
77:09 - Conclusion

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