Climbing a mountain is half the battle. Getting down is the tricky part. Jon Krakauer’s book Into Thin Air describes the deadly results of focusing too much energy on the former and not enough on the latter. In 1996, Krakauer joined an expedition to climb Mount Everest. His role was to document the journey of a group of wealthy people who hired an expensive expert guide to transport them to Everest’s summit,…The post Retirement Is Only Halfway Up The Mountain appeared first on A Teachable Moment.

Looking to impress your Thanksgiving guests with creative and healthy appetizers? Our guide to low-carb Thanksgiving appetizers offers a delightful array of no-bake, cold finger foods perfect for a crowd, including kids. Discover how you can serve up satisfying, keto-friendly options that blend convenience and festive flavors, keeping everyone happy and guilt-free this holiday season. Low Carb Thanksgiving Finger Foods Discover a range of kid-friendly, keto Thanksgiving appetizer finger foods that are light, quick, and unique. These high protein treats are perfect for the air fryer and can be served at room temperature, ensuring ease and versatility. Enjoy creative, low-carb bites that cater to gluten-free dietary needs without compromising on flavor or fun. Spinach Artichoke Dip Bites GET THE RECIPE → Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower GET THE RECIPE → Air Fryer Pickle Chips

We live in a world full of noise such as expectations, pressures, appearances, and uncertainties. In the middle of it all, there’s a quieter question worth asking: Am I living from my authentic self, or am I simply reacting to life? Acting Truly from Within True freedom isn’t just about having options. It’s about making choices rooted in your deepest self, not fear, habit, or social pressure. It means acting in ways that are Aligned […]

Thanks to all who tuned in for my first Substack LIVE event with the legendary. We took opposing sides on the debate as to whether a Fiduciary in all Things (FIAT) standard can work for corporations. I was an uncompromising capitalist, and George made a convincing case that adding a fiduciary standard enhances modern capitalism. We covered shareholder sanctity, the profit motive, negative (and positive) externalities to scale, wealth inequality, and the importance of truth, which could be an entire topic for a future LIVE on its own. At one point, my phone went rogue and shut down, but George handled it beautifully until I was able to reconnect. Despite that technical snafu, I am in awe that we can broadcast live to an audience on opposite sides of the globe. George is currently in London, and I am in the mountains of western North Carolina. A very engaged audience submitted wonderful thoughts and questions. You can watch the replay in its 36 minute entirety below. George and I want to continue these debates in a series on FIAT. Perhaps I can brush up on my proper debating skills. As I mentioned in the video, I never joined the debate team in high school, so this was a first for me. I am excited to announce that George will speak at Future Proof Festival next month in Huntington Beach. If you are a financial advisor or member of the wealth management ecosystem, it is not too late to register. I hope to see you there – September 7 -10, 2025. If you need some help with the cost, here’s a discounted ticket link courtesy of The Compound. Register for Future ProofGet more from Blair duQuesnay in the Substack appAvailable for iOS and AndroidGet the app

“The stock market is designed to transfer money from the Active to the Patient.” — Warren Buffett As Warren Buffett […] The post Enduring Wisdom: Applying Buffett, Munger & Bogle’s Timeless Investing Strategy Today appeared first on Even Steven Money.

For the next couple of weeks, I’ll be documenting my road trip to drop my kid off at school. Today we left Craig Colorado and headed to Salt Lake City (SLC). Utah is our first new state: In Salt Lake City, we saw a whale breaching from the center of a roundabout, the state capitol, […] The post Road Trip Part 2: Craig To Salt Lake City appeared first on 1500 Days to Freedom.

Happiness has long been considered the highest good, not simply a fleeting feeling, but the ultimate aim of human life. Ancient philosophers like Aristotle believed happiness is achieved through virtue and rational activity. It is not a lucky accident or something handed to us; it is the result of living well, choosing wisely, and cultivating good character. Happiness as the Final Goal True happiness is not passive. It is an activity of the soul in […]

You’re having a baby! This is such an exciting time.  I created this frugal, minimalist baby must-haves article to help you figure out what you actually need for a new baby, so you don’t overspend or buy things you just won’t use. Now, if you’re anything like me, you might be experiencing slight dread at … Read more