Optimal Finance Daily · Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Mr. 1500 Days challenges the conventional idea of retirement, noting that many individuals who retire early continue to earn money through various means, such as side hustles or passion projects. He suggests that the drive to work often persists.
“Retirement is a stupid word because most don't retire. I can't think of anyone who quit their job and never earned money again.”
“If you can figure out how to retire early, you're probably driven. Of course, you're not going to sit around watching TV all day.”