The speaker discusses his concerns about retirement, particularly leaving behind the big teams, projects, and the fight against the pandemic. Retirement worries not only him but also his wife. He emphasizes that retirement does not mean leaving behind creativity, which he believes will stay with him for life. He defines success as comprising freedom, purpose, and relationships - the freedom to work on chosen tasks daily, a driving force propelling him forward, and having friends and family to share life with.
You’ve reached financial independence, but are you really ready to retire? Join us as we discuss what FIRE means to us, why traditional retirement isn't very interesting, and the challenges of speaking to friends and family about it. Whether you're already on the FIRE path or simply interested in learning more about it, Eric and Jason bring perspectives from the two sides of financial independence.
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