At $1M+ net worth, should I focus on health over hustling?

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PathcannaSpecter

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I loved Th e Wealth Ladder. It is a top 5 finance book for me.

The author uses a 10x log scale for net worth.
Level 1: $0–10k.
Level 2: $10–100k.
Level 3: $100k–$1m.
It continues upward.

One line stuck with me. What got you here won’t get you there.

I am on the lower end of Level 4. My old habits helped. Hustling. Saving. Being frugal. They won't help much now. Compounding matters more now. Time and returns matter more than extra income.

My focus has shifted. I prioritize health. Fitness. Time with family and friends. Good food. Reading. Meditation. Learning. I work and save less.

This book reassured me. This change is right for my level. It invests in my mind. That helps long-term financial choices. It also lets my portfolio grow. It might be confirmation bias. I enjoy these things more than working.

I must avoid overspending. I follow the 4% rule. Constant hustling risks burnout. Burnout could hurt my wealth. I would lose time and energy. I could use that time to enjoy life.

Most billionaires want more health.

The book discusses enough. At higher levels, money can harm wellbeing. Financial freedom is key. Chasing more may reduce happiness. Aim for Level 3 or 4 fast. Then focus on other wealth. Health. Family. Spirituality.

What do you think?
Do you agree health and quality of life are better investments than hustle?
Has anyone else read The Wealth Ladder?

I highly recommend this book.
 
Even though I don’t read books, I’d argue that chasing money alone can feel empty family, health, and all those priceless parts of life matter far more.
Happiness comes from inside; it’s a choice for me. I’ve been poor and happy before, and I could be again, because I already have what money can’t buy.
 
This is a smart observation. People often turn to financial books when they're looking to improve their situation. If this book has genuinely helped your net worth, that's a solid sign it's valuable, not just basic advice.

I plan to watch the six minute book summary on YouTube later today.

Once you achieve financial stability and eliminate money stress, your focus should shift to health, thne to giving back to your community. It’s also essential to protect your assets, as there are always others including the government who will claim a share.
 
Money is good for good things. But my relationship with Jesus is worth more than all the money in the world. Money comes and goes. It is not stable. If you build your house on money, you will fall when it goes.

My business is great. It makes my life comfortable. But it does not fulfill deep needs. I wish people would see that chasing money is pointless. They should use their time to pursue what matters. A,father at home with little money is worth more than a rich father who is never home.
 
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