Is Retirement Overrated? [rebroadcast] | MHFI 307

February 17, 2026 01:02:09
Is Retirement Overrated? [rebroadcast] | MHFI 307
Mile High FI Podcast
Is Retirement Overrated? [rebroadcast] | MHFI 307

Feb 17 2026 | 01:02:09

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Show Notes

Doug chats with Carl about finding purpose in life.  They discuss the benefits of preparing for retirement by building a rich life outside of work, taking sabbaticals, and conducting small experiments to explore new hobbies and interests.  They also talk about the importance of community, the idea of redefining success, achieving flow state, and finding meaningful ways to spend one’s time while maintaining good mental and physical health.

Note: This is a rebroadcast of MHFI episode 268

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0:00 Introduction

5:34 What FIRE life looks like

13:35 Is retirement overrated?

22:09 Relationship with work

28:24 Seeking validation

34:58 Challenging the corporate ladder

40:31 Setting up for a successful retirement

46:57 Redefining success & finding flow

54:41 Leveraging community & taking action

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