Summer’s winding down and, let’s be real, if you’ve got kids, you’re counting the minutes until school starts. But whether you’re squeezing in that last vacation or piecing together a back-to-school checklist, we make the case that you should also start collecting something else: so-called “old person hobbies.”

We share why diving into activities like sourdough baking, tree planting, or astronomy could save your sanity (and maybe even your wallet)—even when juggling six-figure student loans and a hectic career. We talk practical ways to get started, how low-cost hobbies can help you invest in your future self, and why giving yourself permission to enjoy life is one of the best financial moves you can make.

Key moments:

(00:00) Why “old person hobbies” are worth exploring well before retirement

(01:19) How my wife and I found sanity through sourdough and star-gazing

(02:12) Why my 20s self didn’t get it, and what shifted for me in my 30s

(03:25) How to start a long-term hobby for under $10

(05:32) Building a financial plan that lets you actually enjoy your life

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