About us
Welcome!
We're a Colorado social group loosely organized around the FIRE community (Financial Independence Retire Early), although mainly that's just an excuse to meet interesting, thoughtful new people.
Because of this, our events are pretty varied and random in theme. But in general we tend to do things that are positive and healthy for both us and for the world at large. Come out and join the conversation!
We also have our own "Headquarters" building in Downtown Longmont which is open to people really looking to join something cool - you can learn more at https://www.theficollective.com/
Note: this group is a strictly non-commercial place for the free exchange of ideas. To serve that purpose, all members have access to a group-wide discussion board and other tools to foster open communication. However, using the provided group communication tools to promote your product or service offerings to our members is unacceptable and may result in removal from this group upon review by our Organizers.
Upcoming events
10
Coffee & Community at East Simpson
East Simpson Coffee Company, 201 E Simpson St, Lafayette, CO, USJoin us to hang out and build community with others interested in financial independence. Everyone is welcome, no matter where on the path you are. We’ll kick things off with some informal social time to connect and get to know one another, followed by a group discussion shaped by the questions that come up. You’re welcome to bring your own question—about financial independence or any other topic you’d like to explore—or simply listen, learn, and join in as you feel comfortable.
Please note: The coffee shop kindly hosts us with the expectation that each attendee makes a purchase. Please plan accordingly.
Location: East Simpson Coffee Company
Website: https://www.eastsimpsoncoffee.com/
We'll be upstairs.30 attendees
Sunday Morning Discussions: Work vs Leisure After FI
East Simpson Coffee Company, 201 E Simpson St, Lafayette, CO, USYou’ve built a work-optional life, now what?
Many are drawn to achievement, learning, and growing, but want more control over their time. Financial independence promises freedom, but it doesn’t come with a clear sense of what to do next. You may want the space to explore new interests or ideas without yet knowing what those interests are.
This conversation will center around the often-overlooked transition between full-time work and full freedom. What does it look like to step back without losing purpose? How do you navigate part-time work when your industry, role, or circumstances make that difficult (or impossible)?
Let’s discuss the gray zones: staying longer than you’d like in a role that’s unfulfilling (or only somewhat fulfilling) while trying to design a better balance; being pulled to keep working, but struggling to find something that feels meaningful; or deciding to cut the cord to become a reluctant entrepreneur.
Let’s wrestle with perhaps the hardest question: is the answer to fully embrace early retirement and a life of leisure, accepting the discomfort, uncertainty, or identity shift that can come with it?
Let’s get together to share honest experiences or anticipations!
Please note: The coffee shop kindly hosts us with the expectation that each attendee makes a purchase. Please plan accordingly.
Venue: East Simpson Coffee Company
Website: https://www.eastsimpsoncoffee.com/
Please note, we will be meeting upstairs instead of the side building this time.30 attendees
Past events
298
Group links
Organizers
Members
2,746
