**Prioritize What Is Important** In this 30-day series on achieving financial independence, today’s focus is on prioritizing what truly matters. As we discussed yesterday, cutting down on unnecessary spending can help you reach financial independence faster. This includes avoiding impulse buys and those small expenses that add up over time …
Navigating Life with Roommates You Don’t Click With
Living with roommates can be a choice to save money, or simply a way to cut costs while you search for your own place. Yesterday, I was thinking about the costs of having a roommate and realized that the significant savings on rent and bills make it worth the small …
**Returning Home: A Journey Revisited**
I’m back in Paris now. The motorcycle trip is over and my boyfriend has returned to Guatemala. As many travelers know, returning to routine life can be tough. Transitioning from an adventurous lifestyle to a regular schedule can feel pretty dull and has a hard impact on many people. Some …
Maximize Value: The Ultimate Morocco Experience
In 2010, I spent a year living in Casablanca, Morocco. It was an incredible experience, and I fell in love with the country for its diversity, vibrant culture, delicious food, and friendly people. With that in mind, here are my tips on how to make the most out of your …
HOW I TURNED MY UNUSED BICYCLES INTO $140
Can you believe I made $140 from two old, beat-up bikes that were just sitting in my mum’s storage last week? It took some elbow grease to fix them up, though. One bike had a broken brake, and the other needed a few minor repairs. Honestly, I wasn’t sure anyone …
HOW PURCHASING THE PRICIEST MOTORCYCLE ON EBAY TURNED OUT TO BE A COST-EFFECTIVE DECISION
I’ve been traveling around Europe on a motorcycle from early April to the end of August. Back in 2011, my boyfriend (BF) and I did a similar trip from Guatemala to Seattle and then to Washington D.C. on his motorcycle. This time, it was my turn to get a bike …
STEP 17: CULTIVATE YOUR OWN GREEN OASIS
This article is part of a 30-day series called the “30 Steps Program to Financial Independence.” Just like maintaining your car, growing a garden is actually quite simple. It can save you money, help you eat healthier, and serve as an affordable and enjoyable hobby. So, how do you get …
STEP 29: EMBRACE A NEW CAREER PATH
This post is part of a 30-day series called the 30 Steps Program to Financial Independence. I vividly remember the last time I sent a recorded, signed-for delivery letter to my boss. It was Christmas Day in 2009. I can only imagine he had an interesting holiday! By the end, …
Reflecting on September’s Achievements and Setting Ambitions for October
I just signed the sale agreement for my flat yesterday and I’m really hoping everything goes through smoothly! Hello! How was your September? Mine was pretty great; I enjoyed spending time in France with family and friends. As for my goals, here’s how I did: **Blogging Goals** – **Wins: 5** …
STEP 21: ENVISION YOUR IDEAL LIFE, HAS IT CHANGED?
IMAGINE YOUR PERFECT LIFE—HAS IT CHANGED? Now that you’ve spent some time thinking about financial independence, considering bartering, saving, and simple living, take a moment to think about your dream life. Has your vision of it shifted from a few weeks ago or last year? For me, my dream life …