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Life in Paradise on a Shoestring

292 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratings

The show is all about creating a Life You NEVER Need a Vacation From. (It’s ok if you still WANT to take Vacations) It’s designed to give you insights and wisdom to create your “somebody pinch me” reality. We share experiences, strategies and practical steps you can take to live your dream life in paradise. Listen and you’ll know that if you can dream it, You Can Achieve it

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The Science of Happiness Part 7: How to Nurture Good Relationships

October 19, 2022 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.48 MB

Do you want to know the secret to happiness and success? It may surprise you to know that emotional intelligence (EI) is key! "Emotional intelligence is the ability to monitor one's own and other people's emotions, to discriminate between different emotions and label them appropriately, and to use emotional information to guide thinking and behavior." In the Science of Happiness and in Volume Two, we're focusing on what we can do to improve our happiness as we relate to other human beings...

The Science of Happiness Part 6: How to Live a Life Without Regrets

October 12, 2022 04:00 - 13 minutes - 8.74 MB

Does Worrying about What Other People Think Make Us Happy? “When we asked, ‘What was your biggest regret?’ a lot of people said, ‘I wish I hadn’t spent so much time worrying about what other people think'" according to the Harvard Happiness Study. Fear is a primal emotion and goes to the heart of our survival drive in the physical world. Our survival as humans, as a tribal species, is dependent upon our being accepted by the tribe. If we got rejected by the tribe, historically it literally...

Episode 97: The Science of Happiness Part 6: How to Live a Life Without Regrets

October 12, 2022 04:00 - 13 minutes - 8.74 MB

Does Worrying about What Other People Think Make Us Happy? “When we asked, ‘What was your biggest regret?’ a lot of people said, ‘I wish I hadn’t spent so much time worrying about what other people think'" according to the Harvard Happiness Study. Fear is a primal emotion and goes to the heart of our survival drive in the physical world. Our survival as humans, as a tribal species, is dependent upon our being accepted by the tribe. If we got rejected by the tribe, historically it literally...

The Science of Happiness Part 5: The Key to Success in Building Relationships by Listening

October 05, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 16.2 MB

Does being self-absorbed make you happier? "People are happiest when they make investments in things that are beyond themselves." In the last four episodes of The Science of Happiness series (Volume 1), we focused on the science of happiness as it relates to creating purpose and deeper meaning in life. Volume 2 focuses on our fourth quarter theme of Community and Cultural Adaptation. The Harvard Study of Adult Development, which launched in 1938, is the longest scientific study of happin...

Episode 96: The Science of Happiness Part 5: The Key to Success in Building Relationships

October 05, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 16.2 MB

Does being self-absorbed make you happier? "People are happiest when they make investments in things that are beyond themselves." In the last four episodes of The Science of Happiness series (Volume 1), we focused on the science of happiness as it relates to creating purpose and deeper meaning in life. Volume 2 focuses on our fourth quarter theme of Community and Cultural Adaptation. The Harvard Study of Adult Development, which launched in 1938, is the longest scientific study of happin...

The Science of Happiness Part 4: How to Create a More Purposeful and Meaningful Life by Writing

September 28, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 7.89 MB

Do you want to be happier? "You now have the knowledge and the power to take control of your own happiness. By doing that, you can help but make the world a better place." I stopped reading the newspaper and started reading a good book in the morning. It made a huge impact in our lives. If you aren't a reader, there is another way. In a 2004 study, participants wrote for 20 minutes each day for three days about either a positive life experience or a control topic. Writing about positive ex...

Episode 95: The Science of Happiness: How to Create a More Purposeful and Meaningful Life Part 4

September 28, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 7.89 MB

Do you want to be happier? "You now have the knowledge and the power to take control of your own happiness. By doing that, you can help but make the world a better place." I stopped reading the newspaper and started reading a good book in the morning. It made a huge impact in our lives. If you aren't a reader, there is another way. In a 2004 study, participants wrote for 20 minutes each day for three days about either a positive life experience or a control topic. Writing about positive ex...

Episode 94: The Science of Happiness: How to Create a More Purposeful and Meaningful Life Part 3

September 21, 2022 04:00 - 13 minutes - 8.92 MB

Why not start your day off with a calming meditation practice? "Meditation has many health benefits, but only if you commit to a regular meditation practice and do it regularly." I was motivated to create a daily meditation practice after hearing about all the health benefits it can have. I started meditating decades ago and now I do it every day. It's helped me to become more purposeful and create deeper meaning in my life. I'm always looking for ways to improve my practice and make it mo...

The Science of Happiness Part 3: How to Create a More Purposeful and Meaningful Life with Meditation

September 21, 2022 04:00 - 13 minutes - 8.92 MB

Why not start your day off with a calming meditation practice? "Meditation has many health benefits, but only if you commit to a regular meditation practice and do it regularly." I was motivated to create a daily meditation practice after hearing about all the health benefits it can have. I started meditating decades ago and now I do it every day. It's helped me to become more purposeful and create deeper meaning in my life. I'm always looking for ways to improve my practice and make it mo...

The Science of Happiness Part 2: How to Create a More Purposeful and Meaningful Life with Exercise

September 14, 2022 19:00 - 16 minutes - 10.2 MB

In the 1970's the Dalai Lama said that we can physically change and rewire our brains by thought alone, and recent scientific research has proven this to be true. If you're looking for a mood boost, exercise may be just what you need. "Extensive scientific research has proven what the Dalai Lama said in the we can physically change and rewire our brains by thought alone." In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. The many health benefits of exercise, including reducing mortality an...

Episode 93: The Science of Happiness: How to Create a More Purposeful and Meaningful Life Part 2

September 14, 2022 19:00 - 16 minutes - 10.2 MB

In the 1970's the Dalai Lama said that we can physically change and rewire our brains by thought alone, and recent scientific research has proven this to be true. If you're looking for a mood boost, exercise may be just what you need. "Extensive scientific research has proven what the Dalai Lama said in the we can physically change and rewire our brains by thought alone." In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. The many health benefits of exercise, including reducing mortality an...

Episode 92: The Science of Happiness: How to Create a More Purposeful and Meaningful Life Part 1

September 07, 2022 04:00 - 15 minutes - 9.73 MB

Do you want to be happier? Follow these steps to create more happiness in your life. In this episode you will learn: 1. The history of positive psychology and the shift from focusing on negative aspects of human behavior to positive aspects. 2. The importance of gratitude in creating happiness, and how gratitude can lead to success. 3. How to change your brain to focus on positive aspects of your life. "Think about that for a moment. For every one positive research project, there were 17 ne...

The Science of Happiness Part 1: How to Create a More Purposeful and Meaningful Life with Gratitude

September 07, 2022 04:00 - 15 minutes - 9.73 MB

Do you want to be happier? Follow these steps to create more happiness in your life. In this episode you will learn: 1. The history of positive psychology and the shift from focusing on negative aspects of human behavior to positive aspects. 2. The importance of gratitude in creating happiness, and how gratitude can lead to success. 3. How to change your brain to focus on positive aspects of your life. "Think about that for a moment. For every one positive research project, there were 17 ne...

Finding an Inner Fire After Selling a Mexico Dive Business with Jim Silver

September 01, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

Do you want to live a fuller and more adventurous life after retirement?  Do you know what comes next after the sale of a business you love? In this episode, you will learn: 1. What it's like to sell a business overseas;  2. The joys of retiring or semi-retiring to a life of travel and adventure;  3. What it's like to be a volunteer for a turtle conservation effort - or manage it. "The opportunity to do it here where it's so gorgeous and the water is warm and it's really special." Jim Silv...

Episode 91: Finding an Inner Fire After Selling a Mexico Dive Business with Jim Silver

September 01, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

Do you want to live a fuller and more adventurous life after retirement?  Do you know what comes next after the sale of a business you love? In this episode, you will learn: 1. What it's like to sell a business overseas;  2. The joys of retiring or semi-retiring to a life of travel and adventure;  3. What it's like to be a volunteer for a turtle conservation effort - or manage it. "The opportunity to do it here where it's so gorgeous and the water is warm and it's really special." Jim Silv...

Creating Resilience in Your Midlife Awakening with Jem Fuller

August 24, 2022 04:00 - 35 minutes - 23 MB

Find your purpose to create a happy, healthy and more joyful life. In this episode, you will learn: 1. The importance of having a sense of purpose in life and creating it during your Midlife Awakening 2. How Jem Fuller's experiences traveling the world have shaped his perspective 3. The benefits of having a sense of meaningful work or purpose in one's life "Most humans I meet and talk with when we start to explore a sense of purpose to their life, it's got something to do with helping other...

Episode 90: Creating Resilience in Your Midlife Awakening with Jem Fuller

August 24, 2022 04:00 - 35 minutes - 23 MB

Find your purpose to create a happy, healthy and more joyful life. In this episode, you will learn: 1. The importance of having a sense of purpose in life and creating it during your Midlife Awakening 2. How Jem Fuller's experiences traveling the world have shaped his perspective 3. The benefits of having a sense of meaningful work or purpose in one's life "Most humans I meet and talk with when we start to explore a sense of purpose to their life, it's got something to do with helping other...

Living the Retirement Lifestyle with Chris & Susan Beesley

August 17, 2022 04:00 - 47 minutes - 27.7 MB

In this episode, you will learn: 1. How Chris and Susan Beesley went from being successful accountants to losing everything in the 2008 financial crash, and then having to start over 2. How the Beesleys were able to turn their situation around by reframing their mindset and focusing on solutions 3. The importance of sharing your story and helping others through difficult times. "The best things lie outside your comfort zone." Chris and Susan Beesley are former accountants and management co...

Episode 89: Living the Retirement Lifestyle with Chris & Susan Beesley

August 17, 2022 04:00 - 47 minutes - 27.7 MB

In this episode, you will learn: 1. How Chris and Susan Beesley went from being successful accountants to losing everything in the 2008 financial crash, and then having to start over 2. How the Beesleys were able to turn their situation around by reframing their mindset and focusing on solutions 3. The importance of sharing your story and helping others through difficult times. "The best things lie outside your comfort zone." Chris and Susan Beesley are former accountants and management co...

Episode 88: The Incredible Benefits of Being a Global Citizen with Ridgely Goldsborough

August 10, 2022 04:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MB

If you're feeling stuck in a cycle of unhappiness and you're not sure how to get out, then this episode is for you! "Happiness is an inside job. There is no one who can give it to you. There are people who can support your journey. There are people who can inspire you to keep going. There are people who can educate you about relevant concepts, but nobody can do the work for you" Ridgely Goldsborough is a businessperson, author, and speaker who has lived and worked all over the world. He is...

The Incredible Benefits of Being a Global Citizen with Ridgely Goldsborough

August 10, 2022 04:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MB

If you're feeling stuck in a cycle of unhappiness and you're not sure how to get out, then this episode is for you! "Happiness is an inside job. There is no one who can give it to you. There are people who can support your journey. There are people who can inspire you to keep going. There are people who can educate you about relevant concepts, but nobody can do the work for you" Ridgely Goldsborough is a businessperson, author, and speaker who has lived and worked all over the world. He is...

Longevity and the New Journey of Retirement

August 03, 2022 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

In this episode Dawn provides an overview and results of a recent released study, Longevity and the New Journey of Retirement.  Age Wave and Edward Jones surveyed more than 11,000 North American adults, largely pre-retirees and retirees, to explore how  the journey of retirement unfolds, the patterns of people’s experience in retirement, and the keys to thriving along the way. Some highlights include:  Today’s retirees appreciate their longevity and they now count the ideal length of retire...

Episode 87: Longevity and the New Journey of Retirement

August 03, 2022 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

In this episode Dawn provides an overview and results of a recent released study, Longevity and the New Journey of Retirement.  Age Wave and Edward Jones surveyed more than 11,000 North American adults, largely pre-retirees and retirees, to explore how  the journey of retirement unfolds, the patterns of people’s experience in retirement, and the keys to thriving along the way. Some highlights include:  Today’s retirees appreciate their longevity and they now count the ideal length of retire...

How to Conquer Life Through Divergent Thinking with Dr. V

July 27, 2022 04:00 - 48 minutes - 30.4 MB

"I just found myself in a situation where I was challenged with that decision. Are you going to choose you or are you going to continue on in this fashion and then potentially make things worse for yourself, put yourself in the hospital or even worst case scenario." Dr. Virginia LeBlanc is the owner and operator of Defining Paths and Next Steps coaching. She's known as a pivot maestro and author of Love the Skin You're In how to Conquer Life Through Divergent Thinking. This is Dr. Virginia...

Episode 86: How to Conquer Life Through Divergent Thinking with Dr. V

July 27, 2022 04:00 - 48 minutes - 30.4 MB

"I just found myself in a situation where I was challenged with that decision. Are you going to choose you or are you going to continue on in this fashion and then potentially make things worse for yourself, put yourself in the hospital or even worst case scenario." Dr. Virginia LeBlanc is the owner and operator of Defining Paths and Next Steps coaching. She's known as a pivot maestro and author of Love the Skin You're In how to Conquer Life Through Divergent Thinking. This is Dr. Virginia...

The Four Phases of Retirement with Dr. Riley Moynes

July 19, 2022 04:00 - 37 minutes - 23.1 MB

Retirement is not what it's cracked up to be for those who don't understand the four phases of retirement and how to find satisfaction in later life. "The successful ingredients of a good retirement have to include an assumption, which I always make in my workshops, that good health has to be a given and so does a fairly stable financial situation." Dr. Riley Moynes is an author, consultant, and educator with over 40 years of experience in the field of retirement. He is best known for his ...

Episode 85: The Four Phases of Retirement with Dr. Riley Moynes

July 19, 2022 04:00 - 37 minutes - 23.1 MB

Retirement is not what it's cracked up to be for those who don't understand the four phases of retirement and how to find satisfaction in later life. "The successful ingredients of a good retirement have to include an assumption, which I always make in my workshops, that good health has to be a given and so does a fairly stable financial situation." Dr. Riley Moynes is an author, consultant, and educator with over 40 years of experience in the field of retirement. He is best known for his ...

Episode 84: Dream Big and Act on it Daily

July 12, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 16.3 MB

In this episode Dawn dives into the Power of Belief and its impact on making dreams a reality. There are two components and that they are equally as important 1) Dreaming Big; and 2) Acting Daily - so we break them down. Dawn also discusses the #1 Dream Killer to look out for and how to remove obstacles that keep us from living our dream life.  Remember the saying "you are what you eat?" the same  can be said about what we think.  Discover the 3 keys to removing mental blocks that prevent  u...

Dream Big and Act on it Daily

July 12, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 16.3 MB

In this episode Dawn dives into the Power of Belief and its impact on making dreams a reality. There are two components and that they are equally as important 1) Dreaming Big; and 2) Acting Daily - so we break them down. Dawn also discusses the #1 Dream Killer to look out for and how to remove obstacles that keep us from living our dream life.  Remember the saying "you are what you eat?" the same  can be said about what we think.  Discover the 3 keys to removing mental blocks that prevent  u...

Independence Day: How Crisis Creates Breakthroughs

July 05, 2022 04:00 - 9 minutes - 6.11 MB

Ten years ago, no one in the United States thought a civil war was a possibility, much less talked about it. In recent polls, nearly 50% of Americans think a civil war is coming.  For over 240 two years, America was a shining example to the world of how the peaceful transition of power works in a democracy.  The Shining Beacon on the Hill sadly has lost its luster. Hopefully it will not only be restored so there can be a more perfect union, and America may once again set a good example for t...

Episode 83: Independence Day: How Crisis Creates Breakthroughs

July 05, 2022 04:00 - 9 minutes - 6.11 MB

Ten years ago, no one in the United States thought a civil war was a possibility, much less talked about it. In recent polls, nearly 50% of Americans think a civil war is coming.  For over 240 two years, America was a shining example to the world of how the peaceful transition of power works in a democracy.  The Shining Beacon on the Hill sadly has lost its luster. Hopefully it will not only be restored so there can be a more perfect union, and America may once again set a good example for t...

Paying the Price: How to Take Control of Your Cash Flow

June 28, 2022 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

One of my mentors, John Addison said: "if it's easy, it's sleazy." He was on to something, because I see it all the time now that I'm out of the network marketing industry. People try to sell me on get-rich-quick schemes, but I know better. I know that there's always a price to pay for everything in life. Take inflation, for example. It's running rampant and it doesn't seem like there's any end in sight. My brother John, who's a 9th grade science teacher, always tells his students that part ...

Episode 82: Paying the Price: How to Take Control of Your Cash Flow

June 28, 2022 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

One of my mentors, John Addison said: "if it's easy, it's sleazy." He was onto something, because I see it all the time now that I'm out of the network marketing industry. People try to sell me on get-rich-quick schemes, but I know better. I know that there's always a price to pay for everything in life. Take inflation, for example. It's running rampant and it doesn't seem like there's any end in sight. My brother John, who's a 9th grade science teacher, always tells his students that part o...

Summer Solstice Magic: How Our Core Values Impact What Shows Up

June 22, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 18.2 MB

Happy Summer Solstice and let’s Make Some Magic! “You’re not thinking Big Enough!”  Thinking Big is a skill. Think of it as a muscle we need to rep. Dawn  will share how we can develop this skill to improve ALL areas of our life.  How our Overseas Life Redesign Community Core Values create the perfect environment to "Dream Big and Act on it Daily".   Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlifeinparadise/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndfleming/ LinkedIn: https:/...

Episode 81: Summer Solstice Magic: How Our Core Values Impact What Shows Up

June 22, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 18.2 MB

Happy Summer Solstice and let’s Make Some Magic! “You’re not thinking Big Enough!”  Thinking Big is a skill. Think of it as a muscle we need to rep. Dawn  will share how we can develop this skill to improve ALL areas of our life.  How our Overseas Life Redesign Community Core Values create the perfect environment to "Dream Big and Act on it Daily".  What's coming next at www.paradiseroadmap.com as we unveil our new live workshop to help you plan and execute your Overseas Life Beta Test. Join...

How to fall in love with your work to live in purpose and prosperity.

June 14, 2022 04:00 - 28 minutes - 16 MB

Aristotle used  "eudaimonia" to describe the highest good humans can strive toward – to describe a life ‘well lived’. Some translate it as ‘happiness’. For Aristotle, it meant practicing virtues like courage, wisdom, good humor, kindness, and moderation. Perhaps "flourishing" or "prosperity" is a better word. They conjure an image of one who’s successful, healthy, and enjoys a good life, and perhaps a bit of good fortune. The Japanese have an ancient but familiar concept called “ikigai”. It...

Episode 80: How to fall in love with your work to live in purpose and prosperity.

June 14, 2022 04:00 - 28 minutes - 16 MB

Aristotle used  "eudaimonia" to describe the highest good humans can strive toward – to describe a life ‘well lived’. Some translate it as ‘happiness’. For Aristotle, it meant practicing virtues like courage, wisdom, good humor, kindness, and moderation. Perhaps "flourishing" or "prosperity" is a better word. They conjure an image of one who’s successful, healthy, and enjoys a good life, and perhaps a bit of good fortune. The Japanese have an ancient but familiar concept called “ikigai”. It...

Adios Corporate Job, Hola Work from Paradise Business: Our Tulum, Mexico Beta Test with Alex Agresta

June 07, 2022 04:00 - 40 minutes - 24.8 MB

Alex started her career in hospitality, a service industry. She quickly realized it was not employee friendly and decide to make a change. She now runs a thriving business she can run from anywhere! As a result she and her partner Conner (also a remote worker) decided to try a two month beta test in Tulum, Mexico. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. What it's like to live overseas versus vacationing overseas 2. How to navigate unfamiliar grocery stores and markets 3. How to cr...

Episode 79: Adios Corporate Job! Hola Work from Paradise Business: Our Tulum, Mexico Beta Test with Alex Agresta

June 07, 2022 04:00 - 40 minutes - 24.8 MB

Alex started her career in hospitality, a service industry. She quickly realized it was not employee friendly and decide to make a change. She now runs a thriving business she can run from anywhere! As a result she and her partner Conner (also a remote worker) decided to try a two month beta test in Tulum, Mexico. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. What it's like to live overseas versus vacationing overseas 2. How to navigate unfamiliar grocery stores and markets 3. How to cr...

How to Access Top Shelf Medical Care at Bargain Prices in Mexico

May 24, 2022 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

The United States spends 18% of Gross Domestic Product on health care consumption. Other developed nations spend about about half that amount.  While the US is #1 in spending, it ranks a paltry #37 in quality. If you want Top Shelf medical care, you won't find it in the US. From drug shortages to opaque pricing, doctor, nurse and medical provider burn out to  poor patient outcomes - the US system is run more like a cartel. Their philosophy is Profits over Patients.  For a refreshing approach...

Episode 78: How to Access Top Shelf Medical Care at Bargain Prices in Mexico

May 24, 2022 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

The United States spends 18% of Gross Domestic Product on health care consumption. Other developed nations spend about about half that amount.  While the US is #1 in spending, it ranks a paltry #37 in quality. If you want Top Shelf medical care, you won't find it in the US. From drug shortages to opaque pricing, doctor, nurse and medical provider burn out to  poor patient outcomes - the US system is run more like a cartel. Their philosophy is Profits over Patients.  For a refreshing approach...

Crewing on the Winning Sailboat in the Classic Foxy’s Wooden Boat Regatta

May 17, 2022 04:00 - 28 minutes - 17.7 MB

Special May 16th Virtual Anniversary Party (19 Years!) with Dawn & Tom . We kick it off with Tom sharing how he manifested Crewing on the Winning Sailboat in the Classic Foxy’s Wooden Boat Regatta in the British Virgin Islands. It's Quite a Story! Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlifeinparadise/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndfleming/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnfleming/ Website: https://www.lifeinparadisepodcast.com Support the show

Episode 77: Crewing on the Winning Sailboat in the Classic Foxy’s Wooden Boat Regatta

May 17, 2022 04:00 - 28 minutes - 17.7 MB

Special May 16th Virtual Anniversary Party (19 Years!) with Dawn & Tom . We kick it off with Tom sharing how he manifested Crewing on the Winning Sailboat in the Classic Foxy’s Wooden Boat Regatta in the British Virgin Islands. It's Quite a Story!  We also announce we are moving our OLR Community over here! Support the show

What is “Work”? The Highest and Best Use of Your Life Energy

May 10, 2022 04:00 - 29 minutes - 18.8 MB

How do you define work? We dive into the financial and personal role of work in our lives. Cultural differences in how communities view work. How moving overseas increases your options and choices about how we work.  Here are links to the books Dawn mentioned Your Money or Your Life and The New Retirementality. Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlifeinparadise/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndfleming/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnfleming/ Websi...

Episode 76: What is “Work”? The Highest and Best Use of Your Life Energy

May 10, 2022 04:00 - 29 minutes - 18.8 MB

How do you define work? We dive into the financial and personal role of work in our lives. Cultural differences in how communities view work. How moving overseas increases your options and choices about how we work.  Here are links to the books Dawn mentioned Your Money or Your Life and The New Retirementality. Support the show

Embracing an Economic Satisfaction Lifestyle

May 03, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

FIRE stands for, financial independence retire early.  The movement started a little over a decade ago, some books were written about the concept and then the millennials really climbed onboard. A big part of it is that people are really frustrated  - that has lead to The Great Resignation.  We just don’t want to have to work at a job (they hate) forever and never be able to retire.  There are a lot of factors that have made it popular, but, as you look closer at the core philosophies, for m...

Episode 75: Embracing an Economic Satisfaction Lifestyle

May 03, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

FIRE stands for, financial independence retire early.  The movement started a little over a decade ago, some books were written about the concept and then the millennials really climbed onboard. A big part of it is that people are really frustrated  - that has lead to The Great Resignation.  We just don’t want to have to work at a job (they hate) forever and never be able to retire.  There are a lot of factors that have made it popular, but, as you look closer at the core philosophies, for m...

Investing in Foreign Real Estate: Buying a Vacation Rental

April 26, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 21 MB

Lisa Godfrey-Hayes had a passion for travel, even though she had never left Alabama.  Some of her medical industry colleagues worked in Saudi Arabia. She decided to apply, and was hired. She found herself leaving the country for the very first time - to work abroad on a two year contract.  Afterward, her budding itch to travel was in full bloom.  Lisa heard about Isla Mujeres, Mexico on a " Beach Bargains" tv show and knew she had to go check it out.  After visiting numerous times - with tr...

Episode 74: Investing in Foreign Real Estate: Buying a Vacation Rental

April 26, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 21 MB

Lisa Godfrey-Hayes had a passion for travel, even though she had never left Alabama.  Some of her medical industry colleagues worked in Saudi Arabia. She decided to apply, and was hired. She found herself leaving the country for the very first time - to work abroad on a two year contract.  Afterward, her budding itch to travel was in full bloom.  Lisa heard about Isla Mujeres, Mexico on a " Beach Bargains" tv show and knew she had to go check it out. After visiting numerous times - with trip...

How to Earn Over $200K a Year and Pay Zero Taxes...Legally!

April 19, 2022 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MB

It's not how much you make, it's how much you keep that matters. Taxes are BY FAR your biggest expense.. In this episode Dawn explains the Great American Tax Loophole: How to Earn over $200,000 a year (per couple) and pay ZERO taxes...Legally.  See IRS information here. Taxes are a game, so learn the rules and play to WIN! Did you get your Free Copy of Dawn's book yet? Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlifeinparadise/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndfleming...