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Welcome to EverydayFI! I'm your host, Meghan Combs, and I'm here to say you don't need a million dollar book deal or famous blog to reach financial independence. By exploring the lives of everyday people pursuing FI I'll show you how to forge your own path to financial freedom, the everyday way.

If you'd like to support the show check out my Patreon at patreon.com/everydayfi podcast for ad free and bonus content.

Before we get started, I want to let you know that this conversation touches on the sensitive topic of sobriety and addiction. I understand these subjects can be challenging, so if this is something that might be difficult for you, please feel free to take a break from this episode and return when you're ready.

In today's episode, I speak with an anonymous guest, Tex, who shares his deeply personal journey of overcoming challenges and building a financially responsible life. Tex discusses constantly moving around in his childhood, coping with bullying as the always "new kid", and dealing with family trauma leading to his addiction. The turning point came when Tex, at age 29, sought help through a 12-step program. This episode explores how recovery and vulnerability transformed Tex's life, leading to healthier relationships, financial independence, and a strong sense of self-worth. This conversation shows that true financial success starts with inner emotional and psychological health.

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• ChooseFI

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Welcome to EverydayFI! I'm your host, Meghan Combs, and I'm here to say you don't need a million dollar book deal or famous blog to reach financial independence. By exploring the lives of everyday people pursuing FI I'll show you how to forge your own path to financial freedom, the everyday way.

 In today's Mitch and Meg episode, we talk about balancing the FI lifestyle when one spouse decides to step away from paid work.

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• Jillian Johnsrud
• Ramit Sethi
• Joe Saul-Sehy

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Welcome to EverydayFI! Today's episode is a teaser for the new bonus content I'll be putting up on Patreon starting in February. In this episode I bring back my friend David Robinson, aspiring CFP, and we dive into the 4 different ways you can access your retirement money before age 59 1/2. To hear the full episode, sign up for EverydayFI+ on Patreon (you'll also get to skip the ads)!