Doug and Carl chat with Air Force veteran & physician B.J., who shares his journey toward Financial Independence and life beyond material success.  B.J. discusses how military benefits like pensions & healthcare can pave the way to financial success, the personal growth he experienced after achieving FI, and the pursuit of deeper happiness beyond owning dream items such as a Lamborghini.  Post-military retirement, B.J. emphasizes the importance of giving back to the community and explores his decision to continue working, motivated by a desire to serve others. Save 50% site-wide on your new mattress, pillow, and bedding over at GhostBed (coupon code: MILEHIGHFI) Are you looking to explore the “squishy stuff” but don’t know where to start?  Come over & start your research at Buy Me A Coffee, perhaps we can help. *Some affiliate links so we might earn a commission if you buy something. Links (*Some affiliate links so we might earn a commission if you buy something) EconoMe Conference Diania Merriam “Playing with Fire” movie Bill Perkins, “Die With Zero” Kindle Hardcover Paperback Audiobook CampFI FinCon Elizabeth on MHFI Episode 212 Jordan Grumet/Doc G Jordan Grumet, “Taking Stock” Kindle Paperback Audiobook Audio CD Bronnie Ware, “Top Five Regrets of the Dying” Kindle Hardcover Paperback Audiobook David Brooks, “The Second Mountain” Kindle Hardcover Paperback Audiobook Bill Yount & Jackie Cummings Koski/Catching Up To FI Dave Ramsey Military