Watch this Episode on YouTube and Subscribe [https://youtu.be/aRAElfhLDSs] 💬 David Baughier sits down with Ryan Connell, an early retiree with a knack for aligning values with finances. Ryan talks about his leap from real estate to passive index funds. His story showcases the magic of intentional living and mindful spending. 🌟 💡 Ryan introduces the concept of negative time, highlighting the importance of creating space in our lives for genuine freedom. He shares practical tips to help you balance your life and reduce stress. Turns out, doing less can actually mean living more! 🕰️ 🌸 Ryan also explores impermanence and the Japanese idea of ikigai. By accepting life's fleeting nature, he finds deeper satisfaction and purpose. He encourages aligning your passions with your daily activities, so every moment is filled with intention and joy. Who knew philosophy could be this fun? 🔍 🔑 Key Topics Discussed: ⇨ Ryan's transition from real estate to passive index funds ⇨ Understanding and applying the concept of "enough" ⇨ Strategies for creating "negative time" in daily life ⇨ Embracing impermanence and the evolving nature of purpose ⇨ Finding your ikigai and living a fulfilled, purposeful life 🔗 Ryan's Links: 📺 CampFI YouTube: Life Lessons From The First Year of Early Retirement [https://youtu.be/z3JPRCA6v_I?feature=shared]  🌟 Inspiring Root of Good Blog [https://rootofgood.com/] 💰 YNAB Finance App [https://www.ynab.com/] 📚 Your Money or Your Life Book [https://a.co/d/7F2VLiw] 🏠 Rich Dad Poor Dad Book [https://a.co/d/aDCxXON] 🍣 Jiro Dreams of Sushi Movie [https://youtu.be/axLFEKxUTYo?si=X1pgz0q_5WIeMEm-] ✈️ Going Cheap Flights Site [https://www.going.com/] 📖 Siddhartha Book [https://a.co/d/iTeouig] 🔗 David's Links: 💰 Free Money Course [https://www.fiology.com/free-money-course] 🍏 Forget About Money on Apple Podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forget-about-money/id1730601757] 🎧 Forget About Money on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5BQTKUPL6IHtXCEJTY9jYo] 🕒 Timestamps/Chapters: 0:00 - 🚀 Introduction to Ryan Connell's Early Retirement Insights 4:16 - 💡 Discovering the Concept of Enough with Justin's Root of Good Blog 6:57 - 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Sharing Early Retirement Plans with Family and Friends 10:01 - 🏡 Transitioning from Real Estate to Passive Index Funds 14:26 - 📈 Evaluating Progress Towards Financial Independence 17:55 - 🎓 Imparting Financial Wisdom to Young Adults 19:06 - 📰 Navigating Financial News and Media Influence 20:10 - 🕰️ Exploring Concepts of Negative Time, Impermanence, and Ikigai 24:02 - 🧘 Embracing Negative Time 26:56 - 🗓️ Planning for Annual Time 32:18 - 🌸 Embracing Impermanence 37:56 - 🔍 Unveiling Ikigai Concept 44:07 - ⚖️ Balancing Transient Nature 👍 Like, Share, and Subscribe: If you enjoyed this episode, please like, share, and subscribe! Your support helps us bring more valuable content to you. #️⃣ Hashtags: #EarlyRetirement #FinancialIndependence #MeaningfulLiving #FIREMovement #NegativeTime #Impermanence #Ikigai #PassiveIncome #IntentionalLiving #PersonalFinance