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

Jillian discusses the concept of mini-retirements, exploring how much one needs to save to enjoy these experiences throughout life. She emphasizes the importance of planning, budgeting, and finding ways to increase income or reduce expenses to make mini-retirements feasible. Jillian provides practical calculations and strategies for saving, encouraging listeners to think creatively about financing their adventures and maximizing their experiences.

Takeaways

• How saving an additional 6.5% of your income can fund mini-retirements.
• Finding ways to increase income or reduce expenses is key to financial freedom.
• Postponing small luxuries can lead to greater experiences later.

In this conversation, Charles shares the inspiring journey of taking a seven-month mini retirement with his family, exploring the motivations behind their decision, the planning process, and the transformative experiences they encountered along the way.

He discusses the impact of travel on his children, the importance of adaptability, and how the trip allowed them to reconnect as a family.

Charles also highlights the lessons learned about resilience, the value of pausing in life, and his upcoming book that documents their adventure.

Takeaways

• Travel was a shared dream that started on their honeymoon
• COVID-19 made them rethink the timing of their trip
• They aimed for immersion in cultures rather than a packed itinerary
• The trip was a reset for their family values and connections
• Children showed remarkable adaptability and resilience during the trip
• Travel experiences fostered growth and confidence in their kids