My last day of formal work is quickly approaching. 4/13/2017. Hmmm, that's pathetic. I can do better: 4/13/2017! Meh. This is how I really feel: I wasn't excited when I told my bosses that I was leaving. It filled me with anxiety and dread because I have a great sense of loyalty to a job I've been at for almost 15 years. The people I work with are top notch … [Read more...] about Ask the Readers: What Would You Do?
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Ask the Readers: Bucket List! (And FI Town!)
What would you do if you knew you had a year to live?I've been wanting to create a bucket list for a while, but haven't had time. With my impending departure from traditional work, I've been thinking about it lately. My Bucket List Mountain cabin (and FI Town?): I'd love to build a cabin in the mountains near my primary home (maybe Nederland?). I'd build it with my own hands … [Read more...] about Ask the Readers: Bucket List! (And FI Town!)
Ask the Readers: What’s your Best Life Hack?
Hey Readers, I've been obsessed with optimizing my life lately. Truth be told, I've always been obsessed with it. This list could be 1,001 items long:I hate wasting energy at home: This leads to never ending spousal battles over thermostat settings and light switches. I hate wasting fuel: I plan car trips for maximum efficiency. I minimize my miles and left turns. If I … [Read more...] about Ask the Readers: What’s your Best Life Hack?
Ask the Readers: Is Fear Keeping You from Your Best Life?
A couple weeks ago, I asked you about fear. The wife and I had volunteered to give a talk to college students about financial independence. Like most, I don't enjoy public speaking. (side-note: Mrs. 1500 fears nothing and was completely unfazed.) The big day was last week. Here we are:My mind was calm up until the night before the presentation. I had a little anxiety … [Read more...] about Ask the Readers: Is Fear Keeping You from Your Best Life?
Ask the Readers: Conquering Fear
Today, I tell you about why I beat the crap out of some kid in the 4th grade. First though, I have a question:Just kidding. I promise to stop with the Airplane quotes after this post. Maybe...While I'm sure at least one of you knows how to fly a plane, the real business we must get to is last week's question when I asked you about your net worth. I didn't expect … [Read more...] about Ask the Readers: Conquering Fear