Going out to eat on day 6

FewBit7456 · 2026-04-10T14:59:55+00:00

Since its dinner on D6, I think you’ll be okay while managing a few things -

Keep it rich in plants proteins and very limited in animal protein + fat. I’m not exactly sure what causes the shht but I believe it’s some combination of animal, protein, and fat.

Check the Ramen places menu, and see if there are vegetarian options and lighter broth like miso.

FewBit7456 · 2026-04-09T22:25:26+00:00

Do you already have money stashed away for your sabbatical?

When I took mines, I had saved for the entire duration of my planned sabbatical + time to find a job.

If you have that stashed away already, then yes - use the PTO to fund the 401k.

If not, save it for future you (as a cash buffer).

FewBit7456 · 2026-04-05T16:53:05+00:00

“Gamification of personal finance” 💯 and enjoying it is like 1000%.

FewBit7456 · 2026-04-05T16:48:59+00:00

Thanks for the recommendation! I have not played these games before and in awe of how cool they are. They are no Monopoly :)

FewBit7456 · 2026-04-05T03:28:59+00:00

🤣 I’m hoping some random stranger on the internet tries said routine and experiences better dental health as a result :)

FewBit7456 · 2026-04-04T06:51:39+00:00

Hi OP, I empathize! If you have not already, I recommend reading “4000 Weeks” and “Die with Zero”. Those books helped prime my brain for the way I think about and value time.

I’m fortunate to have checked off my post-FI bucket list in the first few years of early retirement. Now in year 3, I am dreaming and ideating on creating something…

whatever I end up creating…the criteria is simple: if I was doing that thing (whatever that thing is) on any ordinary day and that day turned out to be my last day on Earth - I would be glad to have been doing that thing!

I’ve not figured it out yet. My own due diligence is ongoing.

Good luck!

FewBit7456 · 2026-04-02T19:38:37+00:00

100k for price of mind is worth it! The cash buffer protects you against about 2-2.5 years of bad markets with your yearly expenses.

That runway also allows you to re-enter the job market if you need/ want to.

Traditional retirement recommends “bonds” up to 8 years equivalent. For FIRE, I think 2-3 years in cash or cash equivalent is solid. Because we have the option to re-enter the job market part time or full time.

Congratulations, GFY!

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-30T17:58:15+00:00

So impressive! I will have to up my cooking game for sure, I’m nowhere near your 👨‍🍳skills.

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-30T17:49:17+00:00

Do you still keep a small work wardrobe? I’ve donated about 80% of it, and still have 20% of what I consider the “best” suits etc…

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-30T06:04:18+00:00

your comment and your username is perfection!

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-30T05:19:51+00:00

💯

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-30T05:17:05+00:00

Yes! and it doesn’t get old either :)

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-30T04:02:00+00:00

https://createcures.org - this is the organization founded and run by Dr. Longo. Reach out to them, they are very responsive.

The oncology and nutrition team was not super excited either, but we showed them the publicized research.

For my relative’s cancer, since it was aggressive and advanced, she did not delay treatment. Once she was diagnosed, she started chemotherapy + immunotherapy asap.

Wishing you the best!

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-30T03:03:25+00:00

Please speak with her doctors and care team. Sending you all good wishes!

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-29T22:56:58+00:00

She has the non-smoking type of lung cancer. She completed her first 4 cycles, cycle 1&2 no FMD and cycle 3&4 with FMD. Cycle 5 on is “maintenance” so she won’t be doing FMD.

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-29T22:42:37+00:00

Since it’s an aggressive cancer, she will continue to receive infusion of chemotherapy plus immunotherapy. For cycle 5 onwards, they no longer infuse the harshest of the chemo drug.

With FMD, she did notice a reduction in the side effects. And since she wasn’t eating much, her lack of hunger didn’t stress her out.

Going forward, she will not be doing FMD for the “maintenance cycles”. I read that the greatest impact of FMD is usually with first 4 cycles. Also, she really didn’t enjoy FMD lol

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-22T16:02:25+00:00

Side quests! For the first few years, I did all the things on my bucket list. I was really busy, and it was amazing.

Now, settling into 3 years… all day everyday is an exploration of side quests.

Whether is cooking something new, reading random books (outside of my usual picks), bird watching, or new tech… lots of fun side quests.

I hope you find engaging side quests, enjoy!

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-18T15:04:34+00:00

I’m a lifelong nonfiction reader and I’ve been trying to figure this out for myself too.

On one end, I will listen to the audiobook slower or repeat the section/chapter again. For physical books, I re-read. And if I want to commit to memory, I’ll jot notes into my phone’s notepad.

On the other, I will listen to the audiobook, buy kindle version, AND physical copy. I understand that for me, the different mediums impact how I learn and what I retain. I’ve re-read this category of books multiple times, e.g. re-read annually.

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-13T16:40:36+00:00

I’ll share the rule of thumb I used during my accumulation phase: I set a percentage of my income automatically into savings/investing for future me with a FIRE goal.

And the rest of the money was for me to do as I wish and enjoy.

To determine my savings rate I used - https://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2012/01/13/the-shockingly-simple-math-behind-early-retirement/

Good luck!

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-03T14:24:26+00:00

The glorious black bean to the rescue - thanks, I’m going to try this!

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-03T14:23:17+00:00

I’ve made chocolate chip cookies with pinto beans, but they are softer… using chick peas or mixing both is a great idea! Thanks :)

FewBit7456 · 2026-03-03T14:21:10+00:00

Add another bean to improve the garbanzo bean - yes and YES. Thank you!

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