Money For Couples with Ramit Sethi 108. “We achieved FIRE with $4.3M. Why can’t we enjoy it?”
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Jun 20, 2023 AI Snips
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Menu Check Sparks Anxiety
- Carl immediately checked the restaurant menu prices after a friend suggested a place in New York City.
- He felt anxious about the cost but recognized it was a good opportunity to spend time with friends.
Cheapness Stems from Fear
- People who are cheap fear losing control by spending money and becoming addicted to luxury.
- Trusting yourself to spend occasionally without losing control is key to enjoying money.
No Instant Happiness at FIRE
- Mindy and Carl felt no immediate happiness when reaching their $4.3M FIRE goal.
- Carl realized money is an external factor and true happiness comes from within.