• How to Decouple Identity from Career for a Mini-Retirement

  • Jan 29 2025
  • Length: 29 mins
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How to Decouple Identity from Career for a Mini-Retirement

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  • Summary

  • Mitch shares his journey towards a mini-retirement, discussing the challenges of decoupling his identity from work, the role of therapy in his transition, and the planning involved in their adventure. He reflects on the joy of spending quality time with family while traveling and the unexpected return to work with a new perspective.

    Mitch offers encouragement for others considering a similar path, emphasizing the importance of self-evaluation and planning for a fulfilling life beyond traditional work.

    Takeaways

    • Mitch and his wife were both working demanding jobs before considering a mini-retirement
    • The financial independence community inspired Mitch to rethink his career path
    • Decoupling identity from work is crucial for a successful transition
    • Therapy played a significant role in helping Mitch understand his feelings about work
    • Planning their mini-retirement adventure was essential to ensure they followed through
    • Living in a camper for 11 weeks brought the family closer together
      Returning to work allowed Mitch to coach and guide others rather than manage

    Links:
    • myFIcapsule Episode #23: Our Big Trip Explained!
    • EverdayFI Episode #33: Mitch & Meg’s Money Musings
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