Why Independence Day Holds the Key to Your Financial Independence in Retirement

Financial independence in retirement is a question of taking action

As we commemorate Mexico’s Independence Day today, you might wonder what this historic event has to do with your personal financial independence in retirement. The answer is more profound than you might think.

As a foreigner living in Mexico, the celebration of Independence Day is something you won’t truly understand until you’ve been here for a few years. Despite all the problems and conflicts the country is currently facing, today is a special day. It’s the moment to step back from the daily frictions and political discussions, and unify the entire country around a single, unifying topic: freedom.

After years of Spanish colonial rule, the entire population gained its freedom and independence.

So, what does this have to do with financial independence in retirement? Well, much more than what you think. The rhetoric is exactly the same: to become independent and rely on your own decisions.

Financial Independence in Retirement is Not Only About Money

Just as Mexico’s independence was built on the desire to take control of its destiny, financial independence for retirees means taking charge of your financial future.

It’s not just about money—it’s about the empowerment to choose how you spend your time, where you live, and what activities you pursue.

Lessons from History

Courage: Mexico’s independence was won by people who dared to challenge the status quo. Retirees, too, need the courage to step away from traditional paths and embrace new ways of earning—such as starting an online side hustle.

Vision: The leaders of independence imagined a free nation. Financially independent retirees imagine a life where money no longer dictates their decisions.

Action: Freedom required action—so does financial independence. Small, consistent steps can lead to big results.

All this applies to any country in the world that has had to fight for its independence, regardless of the underlying causes. After years of a foreign country’s rule, freedom came as a result of time-consuming fights and constant pressure.

Imagine how your life has been so far. If you, like me, belong to the group who followed the traditional path: An education and perhaps a university degree, a job in the corporate world, climbing the career ladder…and then what?

It took me more than 30 years to recognize that in the corporate world, you are just one of the bricks the organization uses to build the company’s prosperity. If you leave for a better opportunity, they will search for another “brick” to fill the gap.

What Financial Independence Means in Retirement

Why are we then going down this path?

Looking back on my own history, and I think you can relate to this, there are five reasons:

We were “brainwashed” in our early years, that this was the way…the only way

A salary, even if a low entrance salary, was a secure way to start earning money

The digital world didn’t exist by that time, with all the new opportunities served on a silver platter nowadays

Being an entrepreneur by that time required a lot of money and was a risky way to go

Laziness in searching for alternative opportunities. We didn’t have the guts to be like Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, or any other entrepreneurial guru

The Digital World Invites Anyone to Go For Financial Independence

Go For Financial Independence in Retirement — Image by Anastasia Shuraeva on Pexels

As baby boomers, we often struggle to understand the opportunities that digitalization is providing us fully. The old ruts constantly hit back, and the fear of trying a new route is holding us back.

These four points represent only a few of the new things we now have before us.

Freedom from Debt – No longer enslaved by monthly payments.

Freedom to Work (or Not Work) – You choose whether to pursue passions, hobbies, or side hustles.

Freedom of Location – Whether that means retiring in Mexico (as I have) or traveling the world, financial independence provides options.

Freedom of Time – The most precious independence of all: controlling how you spend your days. This freedom should inspire and motivate you to strive for financial independence in retirement.

Building Your Personal Financial Independence In Retirement

Just as a nation built its independence over time, retirees can build financial independence step by step. Options include:

Starting an online business or side hustle that provides ongoing income.

Leveraging affiliate marketing or digital entrepreneurship.

Turning passions into income streams, from writing to teaching to consulting.

Watch the video, and learn how you can ride the wave of financial independence in retirement.

The link to the page mentioned in the video:

https://thegoldenagelifestyle.com/Financial-Independence-In-Retirement-Free-Training

“Don’t simply retire from something; have something to retire to.”

Harry Emerson Fosdick

Final Thoughts

Independence—whether for a nation or for an individual—is not something that happens by chance. It’s earned through vision, courage, and persistent action.

For retirees, financial independence is the modern equivalent: the power to live life fully, without constraints. This Independence Day of Mexico, ask yourself—what steps can you take today to secure your own independence?

This September 16, as Mexico celebrates its independence, take a moment to reflect on your own journey. What steps can you take today to declare your personal financial independence in retirement?

The path is yours to walk, and the freedom you’ll gain is worth the effort.

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