I QUIT my 9-5 job. here's life lessons I learned in 564 days.

[@Psych2go]

Hi Mako san, really like the quality of your videos. They are really calming to watch especially the ocean scene with the birds flying, and the bamboo forest.

[@mylifeasmako]

Thank you so much! I watched Psych2go for years and receiving a comment like this from you means a lot to me. It really made my morning 🌞

[@Florencewalter-o4s]

I retired at 52 and honestly, I wish I’d done it sooner. The 9-to-5 grind always steals your freedom for a paycheck that barely scratches the surface. My advice? If you’re in your late 30s or early 40s, start saving for FIRE now (Financial Independence, Retire Early.) And if you’re in your 50s, invest smartly and break free from relying on your job. Market trends, like the Trump Effect, have made millions for many, including me. Stay focused, stay consistent, and remember financial freedom is within reach if you make it a priority.

[@duanec.sutherland5292]

Exactly My point! The 9 to 5 grind is just not worth it the stress and low payoff. What specific steps did you take to break free?

[@Florencewalter-o4s]

Working with Lorrie Greta Hillard , a financial advisor, was a game changer. She helped me refine my savings strategy, including retirement planning, and provided expert guidance on investments and budgeting to maximize my savings.

[@duanec.sutherland5292]

Got it! Thanks for the tip! I was curious, so I looked up Lorrie

[@johnCoy-u1w]

I have 5 more years and I can’t wait to retire!

[@louisadanmoya3859]

How brave you are, I admire you for that ❤

[@mylifeasmako]

Thank you for watching! It was a big decision for me. :)

[@nathanaelfernandez1970]

Hey Mako, you shouldn’t feel envious of your friends. Believe me, most people would want your life. On the other side of the world, in America (South America, where I am), your job is what we all dream of having. There’s nothing like freedom and not having a boss.

[@mylifeasmako]

thank you, I really shouldn't!!

[@NWigi]

Wow I’m really impressed to what you said, I really touched my heart. Especially what you want to replay in that 30 sec. Thank you for reminding me not to forget to enjoy life and things around me. ❤

[@mylifeasmako]

It means a lot to hear that you connected with the video! thank you :)

[@igboyaalale6145]

My dear Mako! I am so happy to see You again! It's been quite some time! I'm really happy to see that things are moving forward for You! I wish You a very prosperous and succesful Year! See You in the next video!😊

[@mylifeasmako]

aww thank you so much!! see you in the next video :)

[@melevonne]

I love this. I wish it was possible to live life and have the money to simply enjoy experiencing it.

[@mylifeasmako]

Thank you so much!!

[@alyssaquinsay4277]

Perfect video for the new year!! You seem much happier now ❤

[@mylifeasmako]

aww thank you Alyssa ❤️❤️

[@ChroniclesofNoria]

Mako!!!!! I don’t know what’s wrong with KZbin. This is the first of your videos that I’m seeing in months. Was wondering if you stopped making content 😭😭😭. As someone who legit had her last day in my 9-5 on December 20th of last year, your words are an oasis in the desert of fear and worries. Thank you as always for sharing your learnings with us ❤️❤️

[@mylifeasmako]

I was taking a bit of a break, but I'm so ready to be back :)

[@uniquepatterson4827]

Thank you for your video and sharing your journey. You asked very good questions that I need to answer since I have quit my job last week.😊

[@mylifeasmako]

Thank you for watching! I hope you enjoy your new journey :)

[@overip]

Love the video and I am smiling looking at the comments, which are totally unexpected! I agree on everything you said! Subscribed! ❤

[@mylifeasmako]

aww thank you so much for finding me and subscribing :)

[@TheSwedishCarGuy]

YAAAAAAY finally a new video! missed your videos, you where in my thoughts just yesterday! Happy to see you back :)

[@mylifeasmako]

aww thank you so much! I was feeling so nervous to share this, I'm so happy to see you in the comment :)

[@TheSwedishCarGuy]

@@mylifeasmako Ive beeen missing your vidoes like crazy!!

[@todaywithvalerie]

i live in San Diego so i was so shocked to see the street i live near be one of the very first clips of your video haha 😊

[@mylifeasmako]

oh no way! I was blown away by how beautiful San Diego was. you are so lucky you live there!

[@EdwinChenLoo]

Life is a combination of experiences and needs. It requires compromises. You point out negatives with work but some work is required to be able to exist. There are negatives with getting married, having kids, dealing with parents, having friends, maintaining a household, having pets. Yet these are all worthy experiences to live for. You had a job you didn't like. It doesn't mean jobs are to be avoided. There are negatives being unattached from anybody and being free to travel around the world too. Find a happy way to exist just like some are.

[@mylifeasmako]

Thank you for watching and I totally agree! :)

[@florin8480]

Welcome back.I was thinking you maybe quit yt😅good to see that you re still on it!!

[@mylifeasmako]

hey florin!! thank you so much for sticking around :) so happy to have you back and I'm so ready to be back on yt!

[@WazariWazirOdyssey]

Great video, inspiring, but the audio only on the left side if using headphone..

[@mylifeasmako]

oh no, I'm so sorry to hear that. perhaps because I used a different microphone for this video. I will make sure to fix that next time!

[@hibeni]

great video and a good message

[@mylifeasmako]

thank you so much :)

[@Cindareala]

Great video ❤ Video feedback: I only heard your voice on the left side of my headphones.

[@mylifeasmako]

Oh no, I'm so sorry! I'll check my audio setup for the next video.

[@auroraflash]

What makes being laid off scary is the fact that we know that we are sacrificing joy and wellbeing everyday, and while we keep convincing ourselves that this makes sense, the company decides that it does not need our services anymore. 😊

[@mylifeasmako]

I agree! Good to have you back in the comment :)

[@auroraflash]

@ Japan, I can’t imagine working there. I love it truly - the country. The people. Their devotion. But their modern work culture is dehumanizing. I strongly believe in giving people purpose in life. I like that they prefer man over machine. The extra public toilets are fantastic. Vending machines to fulfill any spontaneous craving - amazing. The blend of skyscrapers and ancient temples - fascinating. However, the human mind needs blank walls and blank pages and to stare into nothingness and beyond the horizon. It would help to have a sense of mutual forgiveness and collective responsibility, I think.

[@auroraflash]

@ and i am touched that you remember me :)

[@melmelexplores]

Thanks for sharing and congrats on returning to skating and getting that axel back! Do you have any tips on how I can jump higher?

[@mylifeasmako]

umm, I think practicing on the ground helps! also, not getting scared and just going for it!

[@Kushal-v8b]

Great video ❤😊 Hope you are doing well 🙏

[@mylifeasmako]

thank you so much

[@hunterandchavy]

Oh my gosh Mako. We missed you!

[@mylifeasmako]

I missed you too! thank you for coming back :)

[@AleCuevas_]

What camara are you using? I love how you tell your story through your videos.

[@mylifeasmako]

for this video, I didn't have my normal camera (sony zve10) with me so I used DJI Osmo pocket 3 and iPhone :)

[@thisIsTheDayTheLORDHasMade]

so cool that you can figure skate!

[@mylifeasmako]

hehe thank you :)

[@EdwinHalliday-tn3ov]

Hello Ms. Mako-san. This Year is Going to Be Good For You. Always Keep Your Head Up, Pray, Meditate, and Focus All of Your Energy into Doing What You Love. Never Let Anyone Tell You that You cannot Do it, Because with God In Your Heart, You Can Do Anything. He Certainly has healed Me and My Family and He Will Do the Same For You. Ms. Mako-san Have a Great and Bless Day. Be Happy, Always Smiling which I look Forward To with Your Lovely Voice that Sounds So Sweet and Sincere to My Heart. God Bless You, Love You, Ms. Mako-san.🤓❤️❤️🌷🌷🌹🌹💕💕💓💓💖💖💞💞🙏🙏✝️✝️

[@mylifeasmako]

thank you so much for the lovely message🌼 have a wonderful week ahead :)

[@YouTube.KtBlush]

Yeh but sometimes we have to do uncomfortable thinks for our peace of mind later and never feel scared or something by the unpredictable algorithm and all just keep making good videos. So i can enjoy while eating ☺️ take care

[@mylifeasmako]

thank you :)

[@rezayaseri2790]

❤❤❤❤

[@mylifeasmako]

:)

[@EdwinBaligasa]

Very nice video and motivating vlog..

[@mylifeasmako]

Thank you so much :) so happy to hear that!

[@pawkyyy]

san diego!

[@gavinlew8273]

2025: I quit my 9 - 5 job and found a better job. Whatever job, there's always work to do.

[@mylifeasmako]

wishing you the best of luck :)

[@smkeong]

happy new year 2025 to you ~!

[@mylifeasmako]

welcome back & happy new year to you too! 🎉

[@jayeshdubge2135]

Love your talk, i wish i could talk to you 😊

[@mylifeasmako]

aww thank you so much! I should think about some ideas of how I can interact with everyone here

[@jayeshdubge2135]

Yeah,sure please. Did you do remote work job for living^^

[@milkisacake1308]

very low audio!

[@mylifeasmako]

I'm so sorry, I will fix that for the next time!

[@wendysotto]

Iwould like letfing my job ❤ kawaii 🎉

[@mylifeasmako]

thank you :)

[@thisIsTheDayTheLORDHasMade]

it's important to find our identity in Jesus, because people and circumstances will fail us, but He never will. we can lose ourselves in who the world tells us we should be, but instead let's find our identity in our Creator. also the things of this world will pass away, but Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever 🤗 I'm not sure what you think of Christianity, but I like watching your videos and hearing about your mindset about life :)

[@mylifeasmako]

thank you for watching :)

[@Nizam_Akbar_72]

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