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Episode 2819:

Helene Massicotte from FreeToPursue.com offers a refreshing perspective on saving, contrasting traditional retirement strategies with the empowering mindset of financial independence. She emphasizes saving not out of fear, but for the freedom and options it provides today, transforming a burdensome duty into a rewarding and joyful activity.

Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.freetopursue.com/blog/2016/6/22/retirement-and-financial-independence-apples-and-oranges

Quotes to ponder:

"You save because you like the possibilities the money offers you now."

"Saving turns from an obligation to a rewarding activity."

"A saving mindset keeps our lifestyle in check by getting us to ask ourselves whether spending the money will really make us better off."

Episode references:

Your Money or Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Money-Life-Transforming-Relationship/dp/0143115766

Mr. Money Mustache Blog: https://www.mrmoneymustache.com

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