The FI Journey: It's ABOUT MORE Than MONEY!! with Vicki Robin

Join us in a profound exploration of the Financial Independence journey, guided by insights from Vicki Robin. In this video, we delve into the deeper meaning of FI, discussing how it's not just about reaching financial goals, but also about finding purpose, identity, and a sense of community.

Key Points:

An in-depth look at how the FI journey parallels the hero's journey, using it as a framework to understand the stages of financial independence.

Reflections on how financial independence impacts one's sense of self and place in the world.

Insights into how the FI community evolves beyond financial goals to embrace wider social and existential questions.

Vicki Robin's perspective on the intersection of financial independence with personal development and societal issues.

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[jalvarez]

I am 45 and reached FI when I was 41. Sometimes I have a difficult time explaining to people what I do. I have investment properties that do not require me to "work" every day and also receive a military pension with healthcare. I have more than I need financially. I may log in to the computer or make phone calls once or twice every two weeks, I go to the gym every day and also cook for my wife and I amongst other things. Some people (mostly men) always ask what do I do all day. LOL I am married and my wife has 5 years before receiving a pension. How do you guys explain FI, that we own our time and that we do not participate in the "rat race" without sounding arrogant? GREAT VIDEO AND PHILOSOPHIES!

[tinlizziestudios]

"To be conscious in this little slice of eternity" how perfect.

[DownHomeMoney]

Vicki and Joe changed my life when this book came out in the 80s. Super grateful for their life changing book Your Money or Your Life! Being Financially Free is EPIC and so worth the delayed gratification. It took us 13 years and we have had 20 years of Financial Freedom!

[wildfoodietours]

Beautifully presented by the one and only Vicki Robin. I love how articulate and graceful she is.

[PlayingwithFIREco]

Vicki Robin is out of this WORLD and we don't deserve her. Please enjoy this unique take on the FIRE journey! And if you love it, please share!

[rosedevarel]

I wish someone in my community listened to this.

[dallasstorey]

Hits home on so many levels - good luck everyone with all your individual journeys towards whatever freedom means to you...

[jocamiah]

As Jocko Willink says, “Discipline equals freedom.” And I would say freedom requires discipline. So financial freedom requires having discipline. Being disciplined means you have to lead. And leaders know that the team or humanity winning together is the goal of leadership and not just the leader winning.

[marisamartinez]

This reminds me of the book The 4-Hour Workweek. He talks about that sense of lost purpose/identity on your first “mini retirement” just like this. Good luck to you all on your FI journey!

[katrinagay]

This was EVERYTHING 💝 She is so right, and I love how she said said "As we pass through the world, the world passes through us" Definitely motivated me to make sure I leave this place a little better than it was while I lived...💯💕 Thank you for this interview.... 🤜🤛😉

[SebastienAguilar]

"It's not about me anymore, it's about how can I help" - it's like Vicki Robin is reading my mind. #fiforimpact

[jnsa]

Vicki's wisdom in this FI heroic journey is sooo valuable and necessary.

[yubokumin]

Vicki Robin is an underrated treasure. She has so much valuable insight into life that goes beyond the scope of FI.

[chelsea]

I'm working on FI but I encourage people to not wait - start helping NOW. A lot of FI people have major skills that non-profits could really benefit from you sharing with them. (e.g. I do graphic design for a local humane society.) Do what you can to help a cause you care about (local is ideal) and become a part of your community now. I hope this will make my transition to FI easier because my goal now is to dedicate myself to this and more causes - but at least I've started! Don't wait for FI to start finding what you can give back to your community.

[isipwater]

Vicki changed the direction of my life. I am so grateful for her work.

[AtypicalDriver]

Her book was amazing. But the real question that you have to have an answer to before starting on this path is -- what will I do with all this time? And I think a good way to start answering that is thinking about what you would do everyday if nobody was paying you for it? Many people call this a hobby, i call it a purpose.

[lisajenkins]

I wish I could give this more than 1 thumbs up. She raises the real questions in life, whether we want to grapple with them now or not. More like this, please!

[digitaldivvy]

This is SO deep, that I’m getting goose bumps

[margaretshields]

Love this. I’m a long time fan of Vickie and appreciate her truth bombs. Bring her on again!

[educatedwanderer]

I'm a critical care nurse with 30 years of experience. I've also reached FI and can retire any time between now and traditional retirement age. It has occurred to me that I will have to find a way to help serve once I retire or I will have to rethink my role or lack of one at that point. I have decided to cut my hours gradually as I approach retirement until I fully retire. I'm waiting for my two sons to finish college which will take about four years. It looks like I'll retire at age 58.