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This Is Why Talking About How “Hard” You Work Makes You Look Incompetent (Forbes)
When you express to your social networks how “hard” you are working, what you are doing is creating a cue for response. That message generates pity, or awe, or offers for assistance or support. What you do not realize it is doing is actually programming your brain to receive reinforcement from being stressed and overworked.
How We Used Geographic Arbitrage to Retire 9 Years Ahead of Schedule (Retire by 45)
Geographic arbitrage can be such an impactful strategy, because housing is usually your largest expense. If you can find a way to dramatically reduce your housing costs, it can significantly accelerate your path to FIRE.
Are You Ready For FIRE or Just Kidding Yourself? (Your Money Geek)
You may not realize your plan is not working until it is too late. You may be several years, or even a decade into your plan when you realize you have a problem. In the case of a medical emergency, you may be physically unable to work. Re-entering the workforce may be harder than you anticipated.
Happiness Isn’t About Experiences Either (Mr 1500days)
Your daily life is where you’re going to be doing most of your living, so be there. Look around. Smile at other humans. Listen to your children. Watch the sunset. Life is probably pretty great for you right now, even if you don’t realize it.
The Over-celebration of Life Events (The Atlantic)
But still: One of the biggest—if not the biggest—factors driving this phenomenon is social media. These parties wouldn’t be so popular if it weren’t for the exposure they get on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, where others see them and, perhaps, then feel inclined to throw their own. Social media can amplify forces such as ego, peer pressure, and FOMO.
