I was living on a tropical island in a $500-a-week shack with frogs in the toilet, tree snakes behind the kettle, and a rotation of backpackers as housemates–whilst trying to “go all in” on my business.

It looked dreamy on Instagram. In reality? It was dreamy, but I was broke, and quietly panicking about how the 'f' I was going to actually reach my financial goals.

This episode is for anyone who’s quit their job, moved cities, or taken a big swing at going 'all in' on their dreams–or are about to.

It’s about what happens when freedom sounds amazing in theory — but you’re exhausted, doubting everything, and not sure how you’re going to pay next month’s rent.

Inside, I’m sharing:

• The messy reality of my ‘Magnetic Island era’ — from lost licenses to van life to moving to Noosa, then back to the island (indecisive much)
• The fantasy of quitting your FT gig vs. the reality of paying your bills
• The pressure to look like you’ve got it all together online
• And the moment I realised I’d built a version of freedom that wasn’t actually working for me

If you’re caught in that messy middle–craving more from life but terrified of ending up broke–this one’s for you.

Wanna chat to someone about your messy middle? DM me @danisaidyes, I want to hear what big life decision you're about to make. X