When people think about retirement, they're usually thinking about money. How much do you need? When can you pull the trigger? What does your portfolio look like? And those are fair questions to consider because the financial piece is real and important. But nobody...
This fall, I had a short relapse into the world of full-time work. I called it "unretiring", which, it turns out is a real thing, particularly among baby boomers (there's even a book called Unretirement). But I didn't unretire for money or because I was entirely...
It's been a year since I quit my full-time job last May after I reached financial independence. I now teach part-time at UW-Madison, am writing my second book, see my friends more often, and travel. But, it's not all roses and kitty cats. Here, I'll do an honest...
I quit my full-time job last May after I hit my financial independence number, a goal I'd been working on for over 10 years. I haven't talked a lot about Financial Independence (FI) here, but given the current economic downturn, inflation, and general instability, I...
Taking a sabbatical—a prolonged break from work—is an exciting opportunity to recharge, travel, learn new skills, or explore personal projects. I quit my full-time job at the end of May this year and am in the middle of at least a year off, probably more. It's been a...
In today’s fast-paced world, the idea of taking a break from work—a sabbatical—can seem almost like a cruel joke. After all, we’re taught by society to hustle, grind, and never stop. But what if the secret to personal growth, productivity, and long-term career success...