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The Power of FI | Deanna
Episode 424

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Deanna returns to share an inspiring personal journey of overcoming addiction and achieving financial independence. After paying off nearly $47,000 of debt and embracing a proactive budgeting strategy, she discovered the power of investing and the freedom that comes with financial literacy. Now living a life centered on intentionality, Deanna highlights the importance of having a support system and learning from financial mentors like Dave Ramsey. Ultimately, her story exemplifies resilience, illustrating how recovery from personal struggles can lead to empowerment in both finance and relationships. As she embarks on new ventures, including writing a book and founding a ministry to support others, Deanna proves that it\u2019s never too late to rebuild and pursue a fulfilling life. Her experiences reinforce that with the right tools and mindset, anyone can transform their circumstances and achieve their dreams.

Episode Timestamps

In this episode: budgeting, the power of FI, different funds, living in the present, and the power to make your choices.

No matter your background or the hardships you’ve endured, you should never rule yourself out for success! Ruminating over your past mistakes can make you feel undeserving of the life you want, but those same mistakes can actually serve as motivation to propel you further on your journey! This week we are joined by returning guest Deanna to discuss how her FI journey has progressed in the last 4 years, the freedom and power she gained from budgeting, and an update on her journey of overcoming adversity. Just because you feel you’ve hit a rock bottom doesn’t mean this journey isn’t for you. A large part of FI is making mistakes, learning, and changing. An even larger part of this journey is learning to forgive yourself and others and continue on! For those who do not think they are capable of achieving FI because of their past, let Deanna and this episode serve as an example of what this journey can look like when you act with forgiveness and intentionality! 

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Timestamps:

  • 1:34 - Introduction
  • 2:13 - Deanna's Backstory
  • 6:13 - Budgeting
  • 14:16 - The Emergency Fund
  • 17:31 - Different Funds For Different Things
  • 22:50 - The Power of FI
  • 27:19 - It's Not All Unicorns And Rainbows
  • 33:52 - Kintsugi
  • 39:01 - Living In The Present
  • 43:32 - Deanna Today
  • 48:10 - The Freedom To Make Your Own Decisions
  • 52:06 - Conclusion

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