Assuming you were financially free starting right now, what would you be doing? Not like you magically have a billion but enough to not worry about bills, etc at all and live comfortably
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Based on the most insightful WSO discussions, the concept of free time is often tied to the idea of freedom. True freedom means having the ability to choose how you spend your time without external constraints. If you were financially free, the possibilities are endless, but the key is to focus on what truly fulfills you.
Some ideas that align with this mindset include:
Pursuing Passion Projects: Whether it's starting a business, writing a book, or diving into a creative hobby, financial freedom allows you to explore what excites you without worrying about immediate returns.
Investing in Personal Growth: Many would use their time to learn new skills, take courses, or even go back to school for something they've always been curious about.
Travel and Exploration: Experiencing new cultures, meeting people, and seeing the world often tops the list for those who gain financial freedom.
Giving Back: Engaging in philanthropy, mentoring, or volunteering can provide a sense of purpose and fulfillment.
Relaxation and Reconnection: Simply taking time to relax, spend quality moments with loved ones, or focus on health and well-being is invaluable.
Ultimately, the obsession with work-life balance, as highlighted in WSO threads, stems from the desire for this kind of freedom—to live life on your own terms, whether that means relaxing or diving into meaningful projects.
Had a childhood dream of being able to travel around the world to attend the monthly tennis tournaments in different continents.
Would love to do this for a year.
Completely agree. The four majors plus Indian wells, Monte Carlo, etc. would be incredible
Travel and Mack on chicks
I'd be a screenwriter
would travel the world and read and write in my spare time
then, once bored of it, might come back and get into politics
Sad thing is I have no idea
Probably gym and mma till I get bored. Travel till I get bored.
Then who knows
You never technically get bored training for MMA. There are decades of material to learn + perfect.
Take 6 months off for R&R
Then start my own fund (or at least just do it in my presumably massive PA) full time
what does R&R mean
rest and recovery
Golf, ski, travel, read and write, make music, hang out with people
Write novels and learn how to sail.
Doing both anyhow, but, you know, being financially set for life would make things easier.
Travel the world. There are so many incredible places to see.
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