Opting for mini-retirements instead of FIRE

Brian Herriot discusses the concept of mini retirements and the journey towards financial independence with Jillian. Brian shares his personal experiences, including the challenges he faced during the pandemic and how he shifted his perspective on what financial freedom means. They explore the importance of taking breaks, the lessons learned from traveling, and the value of optimizing for time freedom rather than just financial wealth.  Pre-order Time Freedom and get the audiobook free—instant access today, paper copy in September. Normally, that takes three copies, but for "Retire Often" listeners, just one. timefreedombook.com | code: JILLIAN Takeaways: Financial independence is not just about money; it's about time control Taking breaks can enhance creativity and professional growth It's important to challenge limiting beliefs about work and time off A seasonal schedule can help balance work and personal life