This lesson teaches the Happiness Triangle —
a simple rule even a 10-year-old can follow.
💡 The FI Happiness Triangle
There are 3 things you must balance to stay happy while building Financial Independence:
1️⃣ Progress
2️⃣ Pleasure
3️⃣ Peace
If even ONE is missing, you’ll feel stuck.
Let’s break them down.
1️⃣ PROGRESS → “My life is moving forward”
Humans are happiest when they feel improvement.
Your FI Progress happens through:
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₹40,000 monthly FIRE investing
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weekly health improvement (towards 60 kg goal)
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daily skill building (Python, testing, bots)
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becoming mentally stronger
Even small wins feel great.
Progress gives motivation.
2️⃣ PLEASURE → “I enjoy my life”
Pleasure is NOT luxury.
Pleasure is simple joy:
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a cup of tea
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a long walk
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a good meal
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small treat
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music
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talking to loved ones
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planning a trip
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taking a short drive
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watching sunsets
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weekly cafe visit
Your ₹5,000/month travel bucket ensures you always have planned enjoyment.
Pleasure gives energy.
3️⃣ PEACE → “My mind is calm”
Peace gives long-term happiness.
You maintain peace through:
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simple living
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no unnecessary expenses
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walking
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quiet time
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travel planning
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avoiding drama
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low-stress routine
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handling money wisely
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sleeping well
Peace gives stability.
🔥 Why You Need All 3
If you have Progress + Peace but no Pleasure →
Life becomes boring and frustrating.
If you have Pleasure + Peace but no Progress →
Life feels stuck and meaningless.
If you have Progress + Pleasure but no Peace →
Life becomes stressful and chaotic.
Happiness requires all 3 working together
→ Calm mind
→ Simple joy
→ Daily improvement
