Aiming for an early exit from the workforce? The road isn’t always smooth. Alex Trias, who managed to hang up his working boots at 41, sheds light on the nuances.
Despite drawing a hefty paycheck as a tax attorney, he was frugal to the core—opting for discounted clothes, public commutes, and minimalist living. But when he introspects, a prominent hiccup surfaces:
1. The Obsession with ‘Exceptional Originality’
The race to be different consumed him. He soon recognized that, at times, there’s unparalleled value in sticking to the tried and true, rather than constantly trying to redefine standards.
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