How can you accelerate the boring middle on the path to reaching your financial independence goals? Online FIRE communities are full of posts talking about the challenges of "the messy middle" and, "the long boring middle." Eric and Jason discuss the topic from their pre- and post-FI viewpoints, sharing their own experiences.

**Show notes: https://twosidesoffi.com/messymiddle

Timestamps:
00:00 The messy middle?
04:13 Mid- vs. late stage
06:05 Perils of tracking
10:45 Am I micro-optimizing?
15:35 Productive or busywork?
19:44 The biggest impact is
23:57 Remember to live
27:37 Die wth zero?
33:04 Eric's pre-FI advice
37:45 Jason didn't do this
41:08 You're doing great!

**Show notes, tools, resources + information: http://twosidesoffi.com
**Our podcast: https://twosidesoffi.com/podcast/

**Eric’s "NOW" page at 30X40 Design Workshop: https://thirtybyforty.com/now
**Eric’s YouTube Channel: https://thirtybyforty.com/youtube @30by40
**Jason's Blog: https://www.thenextphaseisnow.com

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**Note: This content does not constitute investment advice and is being presented for informational and educational purposes only.