While I was on my way to FIRE, it was rapidly accelerated when I had a windfall inheritance. With two young children I was forced to evaluate my priorities. Being 38/M/married with $3.2M, I wanted to make sure that we, meaning the entire family, were happy.
Because the ability to pick-up and travel would be difficult with the kids for now, I decided to focus on FI.
I still work, and I’ve honestly gotten better at my job. Because of the lack of fear of getting fired I can swing for the fences. I sell enterprise software and have decided to no longer climb the ladder. I’m making about $150K-$200K depending on the year, but live a lifestyle that I love. I go to the gym and come in late. I’ll take a few long lunches, and typically leave by 4 PM on most days. I still hit all my quotas, but I’m not kissing ass or showing off. I’ve actually started mentoring my coworkers recently when I find they are struggling.
I leave my laptop at work most nights and don’t answer emails from home. I will check my schedule on Sunday nights to help plan the week.
My wife and I take a few vacations a year, all paid by salary/bonuses as not to affect my principle in the market.
I have about 15 years before I really RE, but this lifestyle means I get to enjoy my life until then as opposed to hating life.
FIRE has many incarnations and it seems like this sub can get hung up on what it means sometimes.
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