[taneq]

I don't know how old GP is but their life sounds like it's pretty enjoyable and not what we generally picture when we think "a life whose main focus is money".

I think what they're saying is that it's important to focus on money early on if it's achievable for you to reach this level of independent wealth in a reasonable time frame.

[mellosouls]

They should probably phrase it better then - as it stands it's terrible advice.

[tiborsaas]

It's not a terrible advice. I'm still trying to but my first apartment at 38. It's essential to have a some financial ability (or willingness to plan ahead at least) to succeed in life.

[mellosouls]

"some financial ability" is not remotely the same as money being your main focus in life.