Jan's book - Missing chapter

[Andrew_A]

I recently saw Jan speaking about her investing strategy on DVD. I have read all of her books and enjoyed watching her presentation.

For me the most valuable part of her presentation came right at the beginning. Jan mentioned that she was taught by her mum that your health is vital, and that she excersizes for one hour a day.

Getting the balance between the "math" and the "art" of life correct is vital I think.

The Missing Chapter: "How to be around to enjoy your money" The philosophy of negative gearing RE for decades potentially will be of little benefit to yourself if you are not around to enjoy the pay off.

Food for thought (Salad and water)

WaySolid.

[thefirstbruce]

You make a good point Andew. Jan's strategy to me is more about secure retirement rather then early retirement.

But achieving early retirement seems never to be a passive thing. And health is more likely to be compromised.

A few wise old men i have met say ambition often costs happiness and health.

But isn't that the part of wisdom? to discriminate, and balance passion and drive with a wholistic health supportive lifestyle? To lead a well rounded life, and be a positive influence on those you meet. And on your death bed, be able to look back and feel reconciled that you lived true to your deepest beliefs and helped life onwards and upwards.

I have met a lot of wealthy ppl. Some seem very happy.
However, it isn't so much happiness that impresses me. Rather I value whether someone has prioritized learning to read ppl deeply and have developed a warm heart to help one or just be a positive influence. When you meet ppl like that, you want to meet them again. Their energy is good. To me, a person who has those qualities is worth emulating.