This episode explores the intertwining narratives of embracing community connections, building impact through financial independence events, and the significance of finding your tribe.  Through personal experiences, dialogues, and insights, it underscores how community support, events like CampFI, FinTalks and the FI Freedom Retreat, and continuous learning shape individuals' paths towards financial independence and personal growth. Enjoy listening to an interview from the FinTalks cruise in January 2024 with Amberly Grant, Amy Minkley and Stephen Baughier as well as four bonus interviews with attendees from this gathering 65 like-minded FI community members. All aboard! Send your questions to [email protected] (put “Podcast Question” in the subject line) Episode Links: On the Road With Catching Up to FI | $lackers Part 1 | 062 On the Road With Catching Up to FI | $lackers Part 2 | 064 CampFI FinTalks FI Freedom Retreat Timestamps: 00:43 Finding Your Tribe: The Power of Community in Financial Independence 04:15 The Ripple Effect of Community: From Financial Independence Events to Lifelong Friendships 05:53 Navigating Life's Challenges with the Support of the FI Community 17:14 The Inaugural FinTalks Cruise: A New Adventure in Community Building 20:10 Behind the Scenes: Organizing Unique FI Community Events 25:18 Amy Minkley’s FI Freedom Retreats 28:52 Stephen Baughier’s CampFI event 31:58 Amy's Journey: Inspiration and Community Support 34:53 Amberly’s Approach: Collaboration Over Competition 36:43 The Power of Community and Shared Experiences 38:40 Exploring the FinTalks Cruise: A Unique Gathering 40:12 The Origins of FinTalks: From Crisis to Community 45:01 Gathering Wisdom: Financial Insights from the Community 01:01:58 Final Thoughts: The Importance of Finding Your Tribe