In this episode: the boring middle, lifestyle design, flow states, moving towards purpose, experiments, and experiences.

This week we are rejoined by friend of the podcast Jessica from The Fioneers to the discuss the point of your FI journey known as the “Boring Middle,” and how through actionable steps and lifestyle design you can turn what feels like a stagnant stage in your FI journey, into one filled with growth and change! When you are well on your path towards reaching your FI goal, it is easy to feel like you’re not doing enough. But what feels like a waiting game can actually be an important time for self growth and experimentation. Taking the time to do some introspection to figure out what your core motivations are can allow you to begin opening yourself up to newer experiences that bring value into your life. So if you feel like you are currently on autopilot, there are steps you can take to shake up your routine and usher in new opportunities into your life. While you may have to quiet your own limiting beliefs in this process, you will learn more about yourself and what you want out of your life! 

The Fioneers:

• Website: thefioneers.com
• YouTube: The Fioneers

Timestamps:

• 1:12 - The Boring Middle/Lifestyle Design
• 7:19 - Determining Your Version of Success
• 18:41 - Finding Your Flow State
• 28:16 - Implementing Your Designed Lifestyle/Moving Towards Purpose
• 36:09 - Questions, Experiments, and Experiences
• 46:59 - Making Dreams Actionable
• 52:09 - Conclusion

Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode:

• Living Without Regret w/ Hospice Doctor (Slow FI Meetup)
• Find Your Local ChooseFI Group
• Subscribe to The FI Weekly!

More Helpful Links and FI Resources:

• Top 10 Recommended Travel Rewards Credit Cards
• Empower: Free Dashboard to Track Your Finances
• CIT Bank Platinum Savings Account
• M1 Finance: Commission-Free Investing, 1-click rebalancing
• CashFreely: Maximize Your Cash Back Rewards
• Travel Freely: Track all your rewards cards and points
• Emergency Binder: For Your Family’s Essential Info (code ‘CHOOSEFI’ for 20% off)
• Student Loan Planner: Custom Consult (with $100 Discount)