by Jillian Johnsrud | Sep 10, 2025 | Podcast
SummaryJillian and Chris dive into Chris’s seven-month mini-retirement, where he and his wife traveled through Asia and Europe. Chris shares how they structured the trip, from budgeting and planning to navigating without a traditional schedule. He explains the cost...
by Jillian Johnsrud | Jun 26, 2025 | Intentional Living, Mini-Retirements, Podcast
Summary Jillian and Brenda explore Brenda’s journey of taking a mini-retirement to rediscover herself through hiking and writing. Brenda shares her experiences of stepping away from a traditional career to embrace nature and the writing process, discussing the...
by Jillian Johnsrud | Jun 12, 2025 | Mini-Retirements, Podcast
Summary Jillian and JL Collins explore the themes of financial independence, the value of mini retirements, and the importance of life experiences. They discuss the parable of the monk and the minister, which illustrates the balance between wealth and resilience. The...
by Jillian Johnsrud | May 14, 2025 | Mini-Retirements, Podcast
Summary In this conversation, Jillian and Doug discuss the concept of mini retirements and how they can lead to a fulfilling lifestyle while pursuing financial independence. Doug shares his personal experiences with mini retirements throughout his career, emphasizing...
by Jillian Johnsrud | Mar 26, 2025 | Intentional Living
I might be the worst self-improvement / productivity influencer. People frequently ask me what my secret is for doing so much. Maybe it’s the 5 kids, traveling, or writing a book that has given them the impression of my amazing productivity skills. How do I do...
