I think Patrick's story is more about resilience than failure. He's been knocked down so many times, but he's still standing. Isn't that what entrepreneurship is all about?
Good stories for people to hear. My dad was an alcoholic gambler and in my teens (mid 1980s) he drove our family business of 70 years to bankruptcy. He used too much leverage. Too much risk. We lost millions. Seeing the toxic behavior and loss shaped me. I started investing in my early 20s. I'm risk averse. I won't gamble. Today I'm retired in early 50s. Self made multimillionaire. Peace of mind and security is more important than material stuff. Your story is important for people to hear. I lived it in the mid 80s. Taught me valuable lessons.
That's a great example of learning from another's mistakes. You obviously made good life decisions, I'm curious how you were able to retire before 55 y/o...are you 1) a teacher/police/firefighter that worked for a lifetime to build a pension, 2) you work hard (plus some luck) to launch a successful business, or maybe some other life path?
I also went through a bankruptcy myself at one time, I didn’t have the big money you once had but I lost everything. I was devastated at first but as time went by, I found a freedom that I have never known. I have learned to live e much simpler life, less stress , and enjoy my life so much more. Looking back it was probably one of the best things to have happened to me in my life.
Every real estate deal Ive done has been positive...my last one was bought for 45 thousand ,a long term investment and sold for 1.7 million...but Im not a showboater , I drive a 2006 volkswagen bug 🙂
This is extremely insightful, I’m 39 in Atlanta, and you have done everything I want to do in my life except the alcohol 🥃… great story , great channel…
You, Sir, are an Overcomer, and your family is also blessed to still have you by God's grace. My Daddy was a chef at the Drake Hotel back in the 70s in Chicago and died of Alcoholism at 47 yrs young 😢 He left 5 daughters behind. But to me he was the best Dad and cook ever ❤ Stay safe , be healthy, and happy. Psalm 118:17 You shall live and not die. 💕🕊
Agree w the comments. You have a very engaging storytelling vibe and as someone who is 2 years sober I really identify with your journey. I got the biggest raise of my life and published for the first time the first year I quit drinking. It holds many people back. What I can't understand is how some people, like you, managed to do so much while in the throes of alcoholism. Anyway, thanks again and your wife is a great woman. You are a lucky man.
@@Destin60-hm2shmy dad is friends with a old man that bought a acre and put a bunch of dumpy trailers on it but he had titles to use as he owned a shit Ton of houses. He only paid couple hundred dollars for these trailers but he was able to borrow a hundred of thousands of dollars from them because it showed he owned many many homes. 😂
I am 79 years old going on 80 and started drinking when I was 18 . I have never had a DWI which is a miracle because I used to drive home at three in the morning from a night at the bars and put my vision on that center stripe and keep it in the middle of my hood so when it got to the left I need to turn right and when I get right I turn left. in the 60s and 70s they were pretty lenient on DWIs as long as you didn’t crash or kill somebody. after I settle down in my late 20s I instituted a few hard and fast rules on alcohol consumption. no drinking during the week and not before noon on Saturday and not after 6 PM on Sunday. this philosophy has worked pretty well for me on keeping the affects of alcohol consumption moderated and not interfering with a successful life and I know most alcoholics don’t want to hear this but I still love to drink and socialize but I don’t ever drink and drive anymore as I figure I’ve used up my good credits
You’re stories are fascinating. I’ve always wanted to be a business owner and still dream of financial independence. These stories are humbling and gives perspective to what is important
Glad I subscribed. Lots to be learned from these videos and the danger of excess in peoples lives! Live each day like it's your last and be happy with what you have!
Not sure how you ended up in my feed, but I really enjoy listening to you talk about life. I live on the north shore, so it hits a little different for me. Reading through the comments, it’s clear that your arc of financial success is relatable to many, although the number of zeros after the “$” may differ. Please keep sharing, I think a lot people can learn from your journey and how you approach life’s hiccups.
Your story is incredible. I hardly EVER Subscribe to anyone. I subscribed to this channel. You tell great stories and your ability to be honest just works. I own a few businesses and I often wonder if its even worth the hassle and stress. As i get older I find myself admitting that a simple life is better.
Nice Channel, look forward to more. Most people don't like to talk about such things when they are in the thick of it. Usually the story is told the other way around. I really like it.
I stumbled across your channel and binged watched so many of your videos. I use to live in Chicago and dabbled in trading and had few fast food restaurants. Know exactly what you mean about life’s ups and downs. 2010 was quite difficult for me. But in the end, it’s the relationship with your love ones that keep you going. Love your channel.
You are about to have everything again. The UA-cam will do amazing things, connecting you to endless people who will benefit from hearing your story and perspective. Because you have lived life. The reality will pay you to share it
Thanks for sharing. I have never been rich. So I watch my money like a hawk. I do all my accounting and I look at everything. I don’t sleep well but I’d rather have a small comfortable home and peace of mind, great food and a good nights rest than all the toys on the planet.
Congratulations to you Patrick for starting from scratch. You really have had so many perspectives !! I appreciate that. I have so many questions , i dont know where to start. lol. Kind regards,Jonny
brother I switched to non alcoholic beer...it tastes great...no benefit in alcohol actually alcohol robs clarity in our lives....the ability to see things clearly daily is a gift.
There is nothing more shocking in life than losing a big chunk of money. All of the lessons become clear on those long walks or quiet time running everything through your head. I've been through it many times and it is a sick sick feeling to have to go through it multiple times. A big loss creates a real shock to the system, and you will see the world differently, for sure.
Patrick - I really relate to your videos - touching 60 years myself old we have a similar life path...money gave me freedom/fun/toys and an equal amount of problems. I wish you and your lovely wife health and happiness. Love from the UK to you both x Cheers Dieter
Sounds like you had an interesting life. The ups down the money coming and going. I think this is something that your family would be very proud of. Your resilient and you you seem like a pretty decent human being.
at least you reached the top at some points. To bad people take advantage of good people. You seem to look like a good guy, I hope you still have a great life there with your wife. greetings from a very poor dude in Belgium (The only bentleys and corvettes I've seen are from my old cars window haha)
I clicked on the story because it showed the beach in Destin, Florida and I had the privilege of visiting Miramar Beach in May. I think it’s the most beautiful place in this country and I didn’t even wanna leave. That being said, how do you and your wife afford to live in Destin? It’s very expensive place. I can’t believe how expensive the food was. I paid $25 for an egg white cheese bagel for breakfast and not even a New York City. You pay anything close to that. It’s more expensive than it is in New York City.
Patrick drives U we and private service, I’m an interior designer combined, we make it work. We don’t go out often, cook a lot at home. I always bring my lunch to work. Everyone else goes out. Big $ savings cooking at home .thanks for watching! Mary
I pray to sit down and talk to you one day. I read this post today and said , if you could speak to someone dead or alive who would it be. It definitely would be you 🙏😎
Ive been screwed out of millions by others a few times. I get it. Ive put it in the past and moved on. Now I keep my mouth shut and take care of number one, period.
I appreciated the fact you shared your story as a trader. I'm a professional algorithmic trader for a bank and a retail trader ( I consider myself retail even though my account is in the $MMs because compared to my book at work which is over 30-40 $MM and my retail acct > 10$MM ). Scalping is pure gambling for retail traders. It is only profitable for institutional traders as they use it to sweep the remaining liquidity layers of a given pricing level. Advice. when you are let's say up a certain amount in one position. move your stop loss above break even level to secure at least 50% of your profits in case of a reversal. It get's way more complicated but anyway. cheers
I despise any lawyers in the world. They are the single reason things cost so much and why we have so much regulations and nonsense. Enjoy your life with your wonderful family.
I learned late in life that when all of the talent and skill live in one person, the ways to fail are numerous. Build the team into leaders, then teach them how to build future leaders to run, scale and protect your businesses. That's how to "YOU" proof your business. Team thinking says "one of us can never be smarter than all of us." Create core values first, then build a team that fits those core values and you can be anywhere in the world while your systems and processes guide the decisions. Even when you make a bad decision like the Florida restaurant, someone on your team, better equipped to objectively analyze opportunity would save you from yourself using the framework and foundation. Someone on the team would always have their finger on the pulse of people like the management company so that we are aware when things seem to be a little fishy. Not when things have gotten completely out of control.
WE ALL HAVE BREAKDOWNS PATRICK..... LIFE IS NOT GUARANTEED. SUCCESS IS NOT... GUARANTEED.... BUT YOU WILL FAIL FOREVER IF YOU "QUIT" AND I DONT NEED A BUNCH OF "THINGS" BECAUSE A "GOOD BUSINESSMAN" CAN HIT SUCCESS.... IF THEY PUT THE WORK IN & ALONG WITH A LITTLE LUCK AND A GOOD TEAM....
so pleased to see your 'origin' story following my introduction to you in a couple alcoholism-related @UA-cam videos. I'm curious whether you recorded them in chronological order and ran them out of sequence.
This is a great channel because its a testament to what great investor Warren Buffet said. All I want to know is where I am going to die so I know not to go there.
I like these longer videos. Something to watch in the background while working. I don't prefer the super short ones. Good content too far and few between to flip it that quickly.
I have had similar experiences. If I was as rich as I should be, I'd send you at least 6 digits just to help you out. Every where I turned, there was someone who was ready to rob me. I still count myself lucky because I still have something left lol I also got fed up and stopped running hard and now enjoy slow living.
I think Patrick's story is more about resilience than failure. He's been knocked down so many times, but he's still standing. Isn't that what entrepreneurship is all about?
For sure! Never quit.
YES! I WILL VISIT HIM SOON. DESTIN IS LIKE MY 2ND HOME
I believe he has a comeback in him. He’s a riverboat gambler though. Not sure I would have put my last $700k into a restaurant though
@@brianrobinson8289it doesn’t play out like that. You don’t just pay the $700k upfront. You have to keep feeding it money to give it a chance to work.
This video should have millions of views - thanks for the humility to share and great perspective!
Thanks! Feel free to share the link on your social media.
Great achiever and overcomer!! To loose it all and still be standing is a great accomplishment on its own.
Good stories for people to hear. My dad was an alcoholic gambler and in my teens (mid 1980s) he drove our family business of 70 years to bankruptcy. He used too much leverage. Too much risk. We lost millions. Seeing the toxic behavior and loss shaped me.
I started investing in my early 20s. I'm risk averse. I won't gamble. Today I'm retired in early 50s. Self made multimillionaire. Peace of mind and security is more important than material stuff.
Your story is important for people to hear. I lived it in the mid 80s. Taught me valuable lessons.
That's a great example of learning from another's mistakes. You obviously made good life decisions, I'm curious how you were able to retire before 55 y/o...are you 1) a teacher/police/firefighter that worked for a lifetime to build a pension, 2) you work hard (plus some luck) to launch a successful business, or maybe some other life path?
"I am an alcoholic"..... the hardest 4 words spoken, and the tallest hurdle that has to be overcome to get onto the path to healing
Oh sweet Mary keeps you grounded. She’s definitely a jewel & the two of you are refreshing & inspiring.
I also went through a bankruptcy myself at one time, I didn’t have the big money you once had but I lost everything. I was devastated at first but as time went by, I found a freedom that I have never known. I have learned to live e much simpler life, less stress , and enjoy my life so much more. Looking back it was probably one of the best things to have happened to me in my life.
This is the video I have been waiting for from you.
More business stories please.
Stay happy. Money is only a bonus.
Thanks. Look for another one soon!
I just found you Patrick think ill binge wstxh them all .....be blessed.
Every real estate deal Ive done has been positive...my last one was bought for 45 thousand ,a long term investment and sold for 1.7 million...but Im not a showboater , I drive a 2006 volkswagen bug 🙂
This is extremely insightful, I’m 39 in Atlanta, and you have done everything I want to do in my life except the alcohol 🥃… great story , great channel…
Thanks for the compliment. Hope you achieve everything you dream of.
Materialism won't make you happy.
You, Sir, are an Overcomer, and your family is also blessed to still have you by God's grace.
My Daddy was a chef at the Drake Hotel back in the 70s in Chicago and died of Alcoholism at 47 yrs young 😢
He left 5 daughters behind.
But to me he was the best Dad and cook ever ❤
Stay safe , be healthy, and happy.
Psalm 118:17
You shall live and not die. 💕🕊
We’ve been to the Drake! Mostly weddings or when we had$$$ for black tie benefits. Thanks for watching!
Super interesting story. Extremely educational. Patrick, and his wife, seem like great folks. Thanks for publishing this video
Glad you enjoyed it.
I stumble on one of your videos the other day. I'm in the process of watching your other videos - I love them.
Remind me of The Dude! Thank you for sharing man, You’ll bounce back if you choose to, but it seems like you’re a bit happier now, congrats!
He already has bounced back. God bless you 🙏
I'm working for him 27 years
Agree w the comments. You have a very engaging storytelling vibe and as someone who is 2 years sober I really identify with your journey. I got the biggest raise of my life and published for the first time the first year I quit drinking. It holds many people back. What I can't understand is how some people, like you, managed to do so much while in the throes of alcoholism. Anyway, thanks again and your wife is a great woman. You are a lucky man.
Congrats on your sobriety and success. I sometimes try to imagine if alcohol wasn’t in my life. I am indeed lucky!
@@Destin60-hm2shmy dad is friends with a old man that bought a acre and put a bunch of dumpy trailers on it but he had titles to use as he owned a shit Ton of houses. He only paid couple hundred dollars for these trailers but he was able to borrow a hundred of thousands of dollars from them because it showed he owned many many homes. 😂
@@Destin60-hm2shI only invest in a business co-op.
Get paid every year.
Everyone should be doing this
You should make a movie about your life...could be interesting...@@Destin60-hm2sh
I am 79 years old going on 80 and started drinking when I was 18 . I have never had a DWI which is a miracle because I used to drive home at three in the morning from a night at the bars and put my vision on that center stripe and keep it in the middle of my hood so when it got to the left I need to turn right and when I get right I turn left. in the 60s and 70s they were pretty lenient on DWIs as long as you didn’t crash or kill somebody. after I settle down in my late 20s I instituted a few hard and fast rules on alcohol consumption. no drinking during the week and not before noon on Saturday and not after 6 PM on Sunday. this philosophy has worked pretty well for me on keeping the affects of alcohol consumption moderated and not interfering with a successful life and I know most alcoholics don’t want to hear this but I still love to drink and socialize but I don’t ever drink and drive anymore as I figure I’ve used up my good credits
Thanks for sharing your wisdom in such an honest & natural manner.
These lessons are gold in itself...appreciate you providing such important insight
You are one inspiring man!!! I lived in Chicago for 27yrs and now live in Marco Island, FL. I would love to meet you one day.
That would be cool!
One of my favorite quotes by Adrian Rodger’s….. money talks…..it says goodbye.
I grew up in Deerfield. I worked at the MERC. I'm clean and sober 23 years
You are so real! Thank you for sharing your story. ❤
You’re stories are fascinating. I’ve always wanted to be a business owner and still dream of financial independence. These stories are humbling and gives perspective to what is important
You are a great story teller and an inspiration. Please keep making videos. More juicy details please. Thanks brother.
Glad I subscribed. Lots to be learned from these videos and the danger of excess in peoples lives! Live each day like it's your last and be happy with what you have!
Patrick has more perseverance & willpower then most everybody else in life. I only wish I had the same challenges & guts as he does. ✅
Not sure how you ended up in my feed, but I really enjoy listening to you talk about life. I live on the north shore, so it hits a little different for me. Reading through the comments, it’s clear that your arc of financial success is relatable to many, although the number of zeros after the “$” may differ. Please keep sharing, I think a lot people can learn from your journey and how you approach life’s hiccups.
I like when you make longer video like this one, very interesting. I recognize myself in what you say.
Love you, Patrick!
This is refreshing, hearing true honesty. Thanks for sharing. You have a remarkable story.
You're an Amazing man! I love your story! Thank you for sharing! God bless you and your family!❤🙏🏻
Your story is incredible. I hardly EVER Subscribe to anyone. I subscribed to this channel. You tell great stories and your ability to be honest just works. I own a few businesses and I often wonder if its even worth the hassle and stress. As i get older I find myself admitting that a simple life is better.
Thank you for making these clips, it’s been very therapeutic for me.
nice to hear not everybody actually wants to be rich,even if we all seem to want to be rich...
Love the channel Patrick! Keep up the great work with the videos!
Thanks! Will do!
Nice Channel, look forward to more. Most people don't like to talk about such things when they are in the thick of it. Usually the story is told the other way around. I really like it.
Glad you like it! More to come . . .
Peace that you have money doesn’t buy!🇨🇦
"Screwed the lawyer"... love it. well done... I will become a subscriber just because of that comment .... Thanks for sharing your story.
The only person that will be there for you when no one else is, is your lawyer.
Patrick you are an interesting man and could listen to you all day!🥰
Prayers for you man .
I pray that Patrick is always surrounded by good, kind-hearted people.
I stumbled across your channel and binged watched so many of your videos. I use to live in Chicago and dabbled in trading and had few fast food restaurants. Know exactly what you mean about life’s ups and downs. 2010 was quite difficult for me. But in the end, it’s the relationship with your love ones that keep you going. Love your channel.
Great story. Thanks for the raw share
Very interesting story. This is what life is like.
you are still alive,,,and breathing fresh sea air,,,i havent seen the ocean in five years because i have to work and write songs,,,
count your blessings,,,
You are about to have everything again. The UA-cam will do amazing things, connecting you to endless people who will benefit from hearing your story and perspective. Because you have lived life. The reality will pay you to share it
Thanks for sharing. I have never been rich. So I watch my money like a hawk. I do all my accounting and I look at everything. I don’t sleep well but I’d rather have a small comfortable home and peace of mind, great food and a good nights rest than all the toys on the planet.
Some people are gamblers. Some are high stakes gamblers and some are gamblers that don't know when to walk away.
Thankyou for sharing your experience, everyone should listen to it, and take it to heart.
Great story. I'm looking forward to the rest. Thanks...it's appreciated.
Glad you watched. More to come!
Congratulations to you Patrick for starting from scratch. You really have had so many perspectives !! I appreciate that. I have so many questions , i dont know where to start. lol. Kind regards,Jonny
brother I switched to non alcoholic beer...it tastes great...no benefit in alcohol actually alcohol robs clarity in our lives....the ability to see things clearly daily is a gift.
I am so glad you mention names.
Your story telling is amazing. I'm locked in...subscribed!
There is nothing more shocking in life than losing a big chunk of money. All of the lessons become clear on those long walks or quiet time running everything through your head. I've been through it many times and it is a sick sick feeling to have to go through it multiple times. A big loss creates a real shock to the system, and you will see the world differently, for sure.
Patrick - I really relate to your videos - touching 60 years myself old we have a similar life path...money gave me freedom/fun/toys and an equal amount of problems. I wish you and your lovely wife health and happiness. Love from the UK to you both x Cheers Dieter
The so-called Success is only a social convention. You're doing great. Subscribed. 💓👍
Yes! Thank you!
Only watched few seconds and…. the Dude is alive!!!!
I’m not an entrepreneur, but I don’t know what it is but it is just peaceful and interesting to listen to you ! Thanks
Subbed. Lets go. More good luck to you bro
Thanks for the sub! Much appreciated.
Sounds like you had an interesting life. The ups down the money coming and going. I think this is something that your family would be very proud of. Your resilient and you you seem like a pretty decent human being.
Appreciate your stories sir I've learned a lot
Oh gosh 😲 I have been through the same shit ! But I wake up and move forward - like Napoleon...and my enemies will be at my foot soon
Thanks for sharing your story. Lots of lessons you taught us
at least you reached the top at some points. To bad people take advantage of good people. You seem to look like a good guy, I hope you still have a great life there with your wife. greetings from a very poor dude in Belgium (The only bentleys and corvettes I've seen are from my old cars window haha)
Come to Baja, lots of opportunities here and could sure use a skilled and experienced restaurant entrepreneur down here
great story. good show
I clicked on the story because it showed the beach in Destin, Florida and I had the privilege of visiting Miramar Beach in May. I think it’s the most beautiful place in this country and I didn’t even wanna leave. That being said, how do you and your wife afford to live in Destin? It’s very expensive place. I can’t believe how expensive the food was. I paid $25 for an egg white cheese bagel for breakfast and not even a New York City. You pay anything close to that. It’s more expensive than it is in New York City.
Patrick drives U we and private service, I’m an interior designer combined, we make it work. We don’t go out often, cook a lot at home. I always bring my lunch to work. Everyone else goes out. Big $ savings cooking at home .thanks for watching! Mary
well, you guys are so lucky to live in a paradise like Destin, Florida! 🥰🙏
Yes! We love it!
@@MaryONeil-ks5me I find Trader Joe is the best value for groceries. I don’t know if you guys have a Trader Joe there.
Good stuff brotha! Keep hammering
Thanks! Keeping the wheels turning.
I pray to sit down and talk to you one day. I read this post today and said , if you could speak to someone dead or alive who would it be. It definitely would be you 🙏😎
Ive been screwed out of millions by others a few times. I get it. Ive put it in the past and moved on. Now I keep my mouth shut and take care of number one, period.
Delighted I found your Channel, us Restaurant guys are a different breed 🤦♂️
We’re a rare breed for sure! Thanks for watching.
I like the mic drop at the end "I got a pretty wife" Thats basically what all men want at the end of the day!
This was incredibly interesting to listen to!
Wow just read some of the comments. Thanks for sharing.
You gotta love this guy , he's nuts, but you can tell he's good people.
I appreciated the fact you shared your story as a trader. I'm a professional algorithmic trader for a bank and a retail trader ( I consider myself retail even though my account is in the $MMs because compared to my book at work which is over 30-40 $MM and my retail acct > 10$MM ). Scalping is pure gambling for retail traders. It is only profitable for institutional traders as they use it to sweep the remaining liquidity layers of a given pricing level. Advice. when you are let's say up a certain amount in one position. move your stop loss above break even level to secure at least 50% of your profits in case of a reversal. It get's way more complicated but anyway. cheers
this dude us awesome i feel like i need to brave like him. im going through similar things right now with my lawyers and friends.
Thanks. All the best to you!
Fantastic life story.
Subscribed thanks to the algorithm!
Awesome, thank you!
Wow sounds like my life story.Just found your channel ! love it
how old are you?
Glad to hear you can relate! I’m 60, living in Destin. Destin60.
It's hard to be a recovering person in a dog eat dog world. I've been too trustworthy all my life and I keep getting screwed.
What a journey
Watching some of your vids I realize that we are so alike yet polar opposites.
I despise any lawyers in the world. They are the single reason things cost so much and why we have so much regulations and nonsense. Enjoy your life with your wonderful family.
Hi you did before you can do even better know I’m praying for you god bless you 😊❤
Thanks!
Thank you for your support and encouragement!
I learned late in life that when all of the talent and skill live in one person, the ways to fail are numerous. Build the team into leaders, then teach them how to build future leaders to run, scale and protect your businesses. That's how to "YOU" proof your business. Team thinking says "one of us can never be smarter than all of us." Create core values first, then build a team that fits those core values and you can be anywhere in the world while your systems and processes guide the decisions. Even when you make a bad decision like the Florida restaurant, someone on your team, better equipped to objectively analyze opportunity would save you from yourself using the framework and foundation. Someone on the team would always have their finger on the pulse of people like the management company so that we are aware when things seem to be a little fishy. Not when things have gotten completely out of control.
1:01 It's odd I am a boring person but have led an interesting life just by happenstance.
WE ALL HAVE BREAKDOWNS PATRICK..... LIFE IS NOT GUARANTEED. SUCCESS IS NOT... GUARANTEED.... BUT YOU WILL FAIL FOREVER IF YOU "QUIT" AND I DONT NEED A BUNCH OF "THINGS" BECAUSE A "GOOD BUSINESSMAN" CAN HIT SUCCESS.... IF THEY PUT THE WORK IN & ALONG WITH A LITTLE LUCK AND A GOOD TEAM....
You are amazing
so pleased to see your 'origin' story following my introduction to you in a couple alcoholism-related @UA-cam videos.
I'm curious whether you recorded them in chronological order and ran them out of sequence.
We skip around a little, but mostly the videos are posted as they’re recorded. New videos coming soon!
Realestate and restaurants must be the worst types of assets. Headaches with tenants, lawsuits , employee problems.
This is a great channel because its a testament to what great investor Warren Buffet said. All I want to know is where I am going to die so I know not to go there.
I am listening to an incredible AA tape "Mark H. Truth of losing connection to step 1."
Mark is amazing! In Alanon I’ve listened to his tapes.
Amazing rags to riches story. You should write a book and sell the rights to Hollywood
I like these longer videos. Something to watch in the background while working. I don't prefer the super short ones. Good content too far and few between to flip it that quickly.
I have had similar experiences. If I was as rich as I should be, I'd send you at least 6 digits just to help you out. Every where I turned, there was someone who was ready to rob me. I still count myself lucky because I still have something left lol
I also got fed up and stopped running hard and now enjoy slow living.
Dude,,,you live in Destin. Drive a newer KIA, have a nice home, u eat well. U are not broke...
If someone used to live in a mansion, drive expensive cars, go on month long vacations and now live like this, they would consider themselves broke.
I WISH I COULD JUST SAY I HAD DONE 1 OF THE DEALS YOUVE DONE WHETHER I STILL HAD MONEY OR NOT $$$$$$ SIR....
At a certain point, your things end up owning you.