But not having to work again is tied directly to consumption along with income. The interesting component of the article was that the average income of somebod

But not having to work again is tied directly to consumption along with income. The interesting component of the article was that the average income of somebody with $1 million of net worth was approaching $400,000. This implies a poor savings rate and not very much savings at all. If freedom is the goal, it seems the key component is a modest lifestyle.