So, where to start? At the beginning is always good. I guess that leads to the question; How did I get here? It was a slow evolution, but I would say it started with the book The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich by Tim Ferris. (Note: I receive a tiny commission for purchases through these links) The book is basically about how to create passive income and outsource much of your life so that you have the freedom to pursue your dreams. Tim talks about 'mini-retirements' which are basically the same as a sabbatical. One of the things I really like about the book is that he doesn't have hard definitions or structured rules. It is really about having the freedom to pursue what you want to pursue.
Then I happened upon another book, You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life by Jen Sincero. This is an amazing book that you MUST read. It is one of those that everyone who reads it will try to get you to read. They will be convincing, but you have heard it all before. So you won't read it. READ IT. (If you have read it, post in the comments how much you think others should read it) I have read it a few times and own the Kindle version as well as the audiobook. It is easy to follow and one of the most inspiring books you will read. It has encouraged me (and my wife) to take chances and enjoy life more.
Working as an attorney, and for the state government at the time, my options were very limited. I later left the state for a job in county government, which provided a big increase in earnings and even more limitations on my time. So I had to start working on a plan.
And the ideas started to develop...(continued in next post).
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