Today we speak with Kendra Barnes, a dear friend of mine who was the first to show me that early retirement was an option. I didn’t realize there were women like me who had truly opted out of the traditional workforce. No kids. No disability. No second career option. Just desire. And I latched on to that HARD. In this episode Kendra will share her experiences, including the challenges and mistakes she faced along the way, the importance of house hacking, and how she navigated family expectations. I hope you learn as much from my friend as I have, as so much of her path has truly shaped who I’ve become.