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Author: CaptainFI

scratch beginnings the american dream
Financial Independence 
November 4, 2020May 22, 2023

Scratch Beginnings: Me, $25, and the Search for the American Dream | Adam Shepard

Posted By: CaptainFI 1042 Views 0 Comment adam shepard, book review, book summary, starting again

Shepard sets out to a new city with nothing – only $25 in his pocket, the clothes he is wearing and a sleeping bag, and tries to build a new life.

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choice
Financial Independence 
November 3, 2020August 21, 2023

The Paradox of Choice: Why too many options makes you unhappy

Posted By: CaptainFI 2221 Views 3 Comments

Have you ever walked into a gas station to pay for fuel and thought you might grab something sweet, only to be totally overwhelmed at the massive selection of every single candy bar that had ever graced the shelves of human kind?

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Financial Independence Reviews 
November 3, 2020December 12, 2023

The Barefoot Investor Blueprint

Posted By: CaptainFI 4797 Views 8 Comments barefoot, barefoot investor, barefoot investor blueprint, blueprint

The Barefoot Investor blueprint was a subscription stock tipping and general financial advice newsletter run by The Barefoot Investor Scott Pape and his team of accountants and marketers.

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discipline
Financial Independence 
November 2, 2020August 7, 2021

Impulsivity and Self Discipline: Why I set myself limits

Posted By: CaptainFI 1396 Views 1 Comment

Setting soft boundaries and guidelines are a great way to practice self discipline and keep yourself on track to achieve the best you can, and enjoy life.

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Net Wealth 
November 2, 2020January 4, 2024

Oct 20 Update: $1,064,399 (+$18,913)

Posted By: CaptainFI 4504 Views 0 Comment

CaptainFI October 2020 Net worth financial and investment update.

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Plenitude: The New Economics of True Wealth
Financial Independence 
November 2, 2020May 22, 2023

Plenitude: The New Economics of True Wealth | Juliet B. Schor

Posted By: CaptainFI 1114 Views 0 Comment book review, book summary, plenitude

In Plenitude, Schor exults transitioning into a richer, more balanced life by focusing on sustainability in our economic systems.

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SMART
Financial Independence 
November 1, 2020August 7, 2021

Goal Setting for Smart Investors

Posted By: CaptainFI 1466 Views 0 Comment

Smart investors know they need to set goals on the path to reaching FI. These need to be Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-based.

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ough times never last but tough people do
Financial Independence 
November 1, 2020May 22, 2023

Tough Times Never Last, But Tough People Do! | Robert Schuller

Posted By: CaptainFI 2367 Views 0 Comment book review, book summary, robert schuller, tough times

Tough times never last, but tough people do goes to lengths to discuss why some people are so resilient and are able to bounce back from difficult or traumatic events.

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the china study
Financial Independence 
October 31, 2020May 22, 2023

The China Study | Dr Colin T Campbell

Posted By: CaptainFI 3787 Views 0 Comment book review, book summary

The China Study is a book written by Dr Colin Campbell, which was first published in 2005 in the United States. It is one of the best selling American books about nutrition.

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guide to economic indicators
Financial Independence 
October 31, 2020May 22, 2023

Guide to Economic Indicators: Making Sense of Economics | Richard Stutley and The Economist

Posted By: CaptainFI 1347 Views 0 Comment book review, book summary, economist, economy, richard stutley

Economic indicators include GDP, Population, unemployment rates, government expenditure, inflation, exchange rates and wages.

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Captain FI is a retired international Air Transport Pilot from Australia. He is passionate about Financial Literacy, and enjoys writing and podcasting about financial education, aviation and his journey to Financial Independence and retiring early at age 30. About Captain FI or Contact Me

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