Jordan Grumet, a former hospice doctor and now accomplished author, discusses how the relentless pursuit of 'Big P' purpose can lead to burnout. He introduces the idea of 'Little P' purpose, where small, joyful activities can provide greater fulfillment. Drawing from insights gained during his medical career, he emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, personal stories, and community in shaping our understanding of purpose. With practical tips for balancing work and joy, he encourages listeners to redefine success beyond societal expectations.

#418: When Jordan Grumet was a child, his dad died unexpectedly.That was decades ago.Jordan is a father today, but he thinks often about the possibility of dying young.And he wonders how to balance enjoying today vs. saving for tomorrow, given that none of us know how long we’ll be on this earth.How do we think about our lives when the clock starts to run out? Beyond money, what other tools can we use to live a fulfilling life?Jordan Grumet, a hospice doctor and host of the Earn and Invest podcast, discusses this in today’s episode.For more information, visit the show notes at https://affordanything.com/episode418 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jordan Grumet, author of "The Purpose Code" and host of the "Earn and Invest" podcast, dives into the fascinating differences between "big P" and "little p" purpose. He shares insights on how small, joyful activities can enhance life satisfaction, while emphasizing the importance of ‘purpose anchors’ that light us up. Jordan provides actionable strategies for creating meaning through incremental changes, encouraging listeners to focus on enjoyment over traditional success. His reflections on mortality and community further enrich the discussion on living a fulfilled and purposeful life.

Jordan Grumet, hospice doc and author, shares insights from conversations with dying patients, finding meaning in career and relationships, regrets of the dying, version 1.0 of FIRE movement, YOLO money, real estate as a millionaire route, and leading a better life through habits and advice.

Hospice doctor Jordan Grumet discusses top regrets of the dying, misconceptions around money vs. happiness, psychological impacts of financial mindsets, journey of self-discovery in medicine, embracing stillness for fulfillment, redefining freedom and currency, and the power of vulnerability and connection for growth.

In this engaging conversation, Jordan Grumet, a physician and author of 'Taking Stock' and 'The Purpose Code', shares his transformative journey from medicine to financial independence. He reflects on profound lessons learned from hospice patients about money and meaning in life. The discussion highlights the differences between 'Big P' and 'Little P' purposes, offering practical strategies to overcome purpose anxiety. Listeners gain insights into career transitions and intentional living, encouraging a more fulfilling and joy-driven approach to finding personal purpose.

Jordan Grumet discusses the concept of 'enough' in personal finance, beyond just money. Topics include the fallacy of retirement, balancing work and enjoyment, teaching kids financial literacy, understanding purpose in wealth building, and upcoming book releases.

In this episode: marginal gains, prioritizing your present, purposeful living, impacting others, and goal setting. Whether you like it or not we all will eventually die someday, and when that time comes the last thing we want to do is to look back on our lives with regret. Oftentimes in life we let expectations, outside obligations, and future ambition rule over us in the present, without fully realizing we could be living our dream life in the present! Nobody understands this more than former hospice doctor Jordan Grumet (aka Doc G) who comes back to the show to discuss the importance of finding meaning in the way we approach our goals, and how becoming more intentional and present could lead to a more fulfilling and purposeful life! Jordan "Doc G" Grumet Website: jordangrumet.com Book: Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor's Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth, and Living a Regret-Free Life Podcast: Earn & Invest Blog: DiverseFI Timestamps 1:27 - Introductions 2:30 - Sam's Story 6:29 - It's Not Bout The Goals, It's about The Processes 14:23 - Marginal Gains 17:33 - Prioritizing Yourself 23:24 - Your The Star of Your Own Story 27:20 - Making Ripples and Impacting Others 35:24 - What Would You Do if Money Wasn't an Issue? 41:36 - Money is a Tool and Measuring Friction 50:15 - Conclusion Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode Real Estate & Financial Independence Podcast with Coach Carson Ordinary Sherpa "Die With Zero" by Bill Perkins JL Collins "The Tail End" by Tim Urban Subscribe to The FI Weekly! If You Want To Support ChooseFI: Earn $1,000 in cashback with ChooseFI's 3-card credit card strategy Share FI by sending a friend ChooseFI: Your Blueprint to Financial Independence Track your personal finances with Personal Capital Compare, buy, and save big on insurance with Policygenius Keep learning or start a new side hustle with one of our educational courses Slash your cell phone bill without sacrificing service with Mint Mobile

Dr. Jordan Grumet, a physician who discovered financial independence, shares his journey to creating the life he wanted. He talks about finding wisdom in hospice care, leaving medicine, and starting a podcast and writing a book. The podcast explores living a regret-free life, finding true wealth beyond money, and the importance of reflecting on the past and embracing setbacks as opportunities for growth.

Jordan Grumet, a hospice doctor and host of the Earn & Invest Podcast, shares unique insights on purpose. He explores why society, despite overwhelming discussions on purpose, is sinking into apathy and depression. Grumet suggests that real fulfillment comes from engaging in day-to-day activities that ignite joy, rather than chasing grand goals. He addresses the generational pressures to define purpose and offers a refreshing perspective on finding meaning through smaller, more manageable pursuits. Get ready to rethink how you connect with your own purpose!