Seeking fulfillment beyond financial independence is essential, as demonstrated by a newly retired individual's focus on non-financial aspects of life. This person's unique journey includes a long tenure in big tech, a late-life family with young children, and an understanding of the balance between financial security and personal lifestyle choices. Their portfolio reflects the complexities of deferred expenses, emphasizing that financial achievement should align with personal values and life goals.
How would your spouse feel if you retired early while they kept working? In this episode, Eric + Jason talk with our friend Erik, who recently left the workplace while his wife continues to work. How does this arrangement work for them, and why is a coastFIRE path their choice? Topics discussed include being thrown into retirement, finding purpose, talking about FIRE, and much more.
Show notes: https://twosidesoffi.com/erik