Maggie Tucker shares her journey to financial independence at the age of 41, discussing her experiences with fear and anxiety about leaving a secure job. Her insights on the importance of community, transparency in financial matters, and travel with children highlight how to embrace a fulfilling life beyond conventional measures of success. Timestamps & Key Topics: 00:00:00 Podcast Intro 00:01:38 Maggie's Financial Journey Maggie reflects on her upbringing and financial habits. 00:07:02 Overcoming Financial Fears Maggie discusses her fears about running out of money and regretting her job change. Key Insight: "Fear of running out of money and regretting career change plagued me." 00:08:16 Reflecting on Career Choices The identity shift after leaving a high-paying job and the revelation that work was not all of who she was. Key Insight: "I don't regret leaving my job; my identity was more than work." 00:10:20 Strategies to Mitigate Fear Quantifying fears by assigning costs to them helped Maggie alleviate financial anxiety. Actionable Takeaway: "Make a list of financial fears and quantify their impact to manage anxiety around financial independence." 00:26:04 The Importance of Travel Maggie shares her perspective on travel as a bonding experience with her children, stressing that families can travel anywhere and enjoy it. Key Insight: "I think you can take kids anywhere, it's about aligning travel with their interests." 00:44:40 Listener Questions Maggie addresses various listener inquiri