Optimal Finance Daily · Tuesday, September 1, 2026
The author emphasizes that individuals possess significant personal assets beyond money, including a partner, experience, skills, network, and community, which serve as a 'financial suit of armor.' These resources are presented as more reliable than solely depending on market performance.
“Consider the financial suit of armor that comes with a couple decades of life.”
“If the world goes to hell on you, and you can't get a job, maybe your partner can.”
“Know that your partner, your skills, your network, and your community will be there to help you out if it all goes down the river.”