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Freedom Isn't Just Financial, And True Wealth Is More Than Just Money

The only worthwhile reason to build wealth is for a happy and fulfilling life.

However, the illusion of building wealth is the "more, better, different" lifestyle you can afford.

The sooner you overcome the illusion so you can live the reality, the sooner you will experience true wealth and personal freedom.

True wealth is about experiences - not stuff.

For example, if playing guitar and raising your children is important to you, and attaining financial freedom allows you to spend more time doing those things then you are heading toward fulfillment and true wealth.

If financial freedom allows you to exercise more frequently and eat better then you are on track to true wealth because your desires and the financial means to attain them are congruent.

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However, most people confuse money and happiness. They falsely believe the "more-better-different" stuff they can buy with wealth will make them happier.

The truth is once your income rises above abject poverty all the research studies prove little or no relationship between having more money and experiencing greater happiness.

You only need one bed to lay in, one chair to sit in, and neither of those cost a lot of money. Wealth and happiness simply aren't related once you rise above poverty level.

So why waste your time pursuing the illusion?

At FinancialMentor.Com we support the pursuit of financial freedom as a tool for living true wealth and personal freedom. There is more to wealth than money, and freedom is more than financial.

These articles will show you how...

  • The Secret To Happiness... And Why It Has Nothing To Do With Money: Learn how a simple daily habit can create more happiness than achieving financial freedom.
  • The Ten Commandments Of Wealth: Discover the ten key success principles that lead to true wealth. (This is about much more than just making money!)
  • How To Find Your "Sweet Spot" For Building Wealth: There exists a sweet spot to building wealth where you spend no more effort than is necessary on acquiring money; yet, you grow your wealth to the point that money doesn't limit your ability to enjoy life experiences consistent with your values. Learn how to find your sweet spot...
  • Andrew Carnegie - The Gospel Of Wealth: A politically incorrect assessment of wealth in America from one of the greatest philanthropists and industrialists of all time. Learn from his experience and uncommon wisdom.
  • Wealth Planning Course: Do you think having a "financial plan" given to you by your advisor is enough to reach financial independence? Think again. Planning your path to freedom takes much more than that. It requires taking action and designing your life so that every decision you make takes you one step closer to your financial goals. This course will show you how to engineer a wealth plan that actually works in just 30 days. If your goal is to pursue financial freedom, you can use the same tools and strategies as I did to retire early.

Below you’ll find a listing of our most recent articles about true wealth and personal freedom so you can take the next step…

Freedom isn't just financial and true wealth is more than money. Learn wealth building secrets for greater happiness, fulfillment, and personal freedom.

FM 025: FIRE Case Study with Chris Mamula

FM 25 - FIRE Case Study with Chris Mamula

Get FIRE! Discover Chris Mamula’s failures and wins to achieve financial independence early retirement in just 5 years. It’s easier than you think.

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FM 022: The Shocking Truth About Life After Financial Independence with Tess Vigeland

Surprising financial independence insights about life without a career. Case studies & research so you can prepare for career change or early retirement.

Post-career life is not what you expect. The pro-leisure circuit of living an endless vacation in permanent bliss is a myth. Many early retirees face a rude awakening without a career that gives purpose and defines your identity. In this interview I talk with Tess Vigeland, author of Leap and former host for NPR’s Marketplace Money, as we reveal case studies and research giving actionable advice on how to manage the post-career transition smoothly and find happiness on the other side. Preparation is the key to navigating the change smoothly, and this podcast will show you how…

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The Zen of Wealthy – When Is Enough… Enough!

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How much is enough? It’s a question you’ll inevitably confront on your wealth building journey, and if you’re not prepared the answer may surprise you. The truth is less can be more because you’ll pay a price for every choice you make. The key is to know what’s right for you. There’s a sweet spot where you spend no more effort than is necessary to grow your wealth to the point that you can enjoy life experiences consistent with your values. In this article I’ll show you how to find that sweet spot…

The Ten Commandments Of Wealth Building

These 10 Commandments of Wealth Building will help you achieve financial success and true wealth.

Building true wealth takes a lot more than simply amassing a certain amount of money. There are ten key wealth building principles that lead to true wealth, not just monetary wealth. The objective is not just to become rich, but to build a balanced, fulfilling, wealthy life. Following these ten success principles will put you on the path to true wealth — because life is too short to settle for anything less…

Andrew Carnegie “The Gospel Of Wealth”

Read Andrew Carnegie's The Gospel of Wealth in its entirety here.

Andrew Carnegie was a poor immigrant during the 1800s who became one of the wealthiest men in the America. He built a vast steel conglomerate and became a philanthropist giving away more than $350 million during his lifetime. Carnegie was also one of the first public figures to assert that building wealth included the responsibility to use it wisely for the benefit of others. Discover his timeless wisdom and put it to work in your own wealth building plans today…

The Secret To Happiness… And Why It Has Nothing To Do With Money

The secret to happiness and why it has nothing to do with money

The secret to happiness is well within your reach. It is a state of mind and completely within your control regardless of your financial situation. Don’t make the same mistake I made by waiting until your financial house is in order to learn these lessons. Discover the simple daily habit that will bring you more happiness than any level of financial achievement…

FM 018: How To Break Through Your Most Stubborn Limiting Beliefs With Dane Maxwell

How To Overcome Limiting Beliefs With Dane Maxwell

Achieving any goal isn’t about how-to instruction. It’s about people. Don’t waste your time on tips and tricks. After all, if how-to’s were enough then we would all be thin, rich, and happy because all the knowledge you need to attain anything you want in life already exists. You just have to learn it and implement it. And therein lies the rub. Something is keeping you from implementing as well as you might like. The cause is limiting beliefs and the solution is far easier than you probably realize. Discover how in episode #18 of the Financial Mentor podcast…

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FM 017: Why “Follow Your Passion” Is Bad Advice with Cal Newport

Follow Your Passion Is Bad Advice With Cal Newport

You’ve heard it repeated so many times that you no longer question if it is true. What is it, you ask? It’s called “the passion hypothesis”. The premise is you should do what you love and the money will follow. If you want to succeed then you should follow your passion. The only problem is it’s wrong. In this episode I take you beyond the superficial knowledge to a deeper layer of knowledge showing you how career development connects to wealth building so you can enjoy the freedom you desire long before your assets will support it…

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FM 014: Life Reimagined and The New Retirement with Richard Leider

Life Reimagined Book Author Richard Leider

The “New Retirement” is gathering momentum and catching major media attention. In fact, no less than AARP has gotten behind the initiative with a new book titled “Life Reimagined” by Richard Leider. If you have any interest in retiring with financial security and enjoying a happy life (who doesn’t?) then this interview is a must listen. Richard and I reveal new insights to help you…

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FM 012: The New Retirement – A Little-Known Path To Fulfillment with Ken Turek

The New Retirement with Ken Turek

If you think retirement is about old age and endless rounds of golf then think again. Increasing longevity has changed all the old rules for retirement planning. When you understand the new rules you can retire younger with less money, greater financial security, and greater life fulfillment. This isn’t your father’s or grandfather’s retirement. It is a whole new definition of what it means to “retire” and explains how you can completely redesign your life for fulfillment far earlier than you ever imagined possible…

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