New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- There's growing excitement around FIRE - Financial Independence, Retire Early - and everyone appears eager to get on that bus. Sadly, most conversations around FIRE converge on just one question: How do I retire early?

For many, the desire to retire early stems from working ungodly hours, dealing with a toxic workplace, a difficult boss, or experiencing burnout. FIRE becomes an escape route because it feeds the fantasy of simply walking away. This is where many FIRE aspirants get it wrong. Early retirement is merely one possible outcome, but the real goal that everyone should aspire to isfinancial independence. This is the secret sauce to living a purposeful life because it gives you the flexibility to take control ...