In this episode, Jason shares his personal journey toward becoming debt-free using the Avalanche Method. He explains how shedding debt has been a crucial step toward financial and personal freedom, offering more flexibility and control over life's decisions. Jason emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between wants and needs, and how this mindset shift played a key role in not only paying off debt but staying debt-free. This episode is packed with practical tips and reflections on how you, too, can work toward financial independence, even if your journey looks different from his. Key Takeaways:     - Debt as a Barrier to Freedom: Debt limits your options, adds stress, and prevents you from pursuing the life you truly want. By breaking free of debt, you gain more flexibility and control.     - The Avalanche Method: Jason used the Avalanche Method to pay off his debts, starting with those with the highest interest rates. This method helped him minimize the long-term cost of debt and build momentum as each debt was paid off.     - Want vs. Need: A major theme of this episode is learning to distinguish between wants and needs. Jason explains how this mindset shift helped him cut unnecessary spending and focus on what truly mattered.     - Staying Debt-Free: Once out of debt, Jason discusses the importance of continuing to live below your means, avoiding lifestyle creep, and building an emergency fund to handle unexpected expenses without falling back into debt.     - Investing in the Future: Jason touches on planning for the future, including preparing for job loss and retirement, and how being debt-free allows him and his family to invest in their life and happiness. Mentioned Resources:     - AmmoSquared: A service Jason uses to purchase and store ammunition as an investment. Listeners can sign up using his referral link: [www.trb.fy/a2](http://www.trb.fy/a2) and receive $20 of free ammo.     - Debt Reduction Tools: Jason briefly mentions using a free debt reduction calculator to track progress, which helped him stay motivated during the debt payoff process. Support the Show:- Share this episode with friends and family to help spread the word.- Visit [www.trb.fyi](http://www.trb.fyi) and check out the "Partners and Discounts" section. By shopping through the links, a small portion of your purchase will help support the podcast without costing you anything extra. Closing Thoughts:"Achieving financial freedom is possible—just stay consistent. Every small step adds up, and with time, you can break free of debt and enjoy the flexibility and opportunities that come with it." Join the Conversation:Have thoughts or experiences to share about becoming debt-free? Join the conversation on social media or leave a review to help others find the show. Keywords:debt-free journey, avalanche method, financial freedom, personal freedom, paying off debt, staying debt-free, want vs need, debt reduction strategies, emergency fund, lifestyle creep, financial independence, money management, self-reliance, long-term financial planning, budget tips, personal finance, credit card debt, interest rates, debt elimination, financial discipline, investing in the future Connect with Jason:   - Twitter: [@TheRogueBanshee](https://trb.fyi/x ---- yes that is an actual link to my Twitter Feed)  - Instagram: [@theroguebansheemedia](https://trb.fyi/ig ---- yes that is an actual link to my Instagram account)  - Website: [www.trb.fyi](https://www.trb.fyi)   Stay prepared. Stay free. To see more of my content here you YouTube click this link https://trb.fyi/YT Join this channel to get access to perks:https://trb.fyi/ytmembers #teambanch  @TheRogueBanshee  #prepper #prepping  *** You can support our work by ***♦ Shop our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/theroguebanshee♦ Check out our MERCH Store: https://trb.fyi/merch♦ Become a Member of #TeamBansh here: https://trb.fyi/ytmembers♦ DISCOUNT CODES: h