Agreed, I just meant I choose self-sufficiency over dependence when possible/practical. As I get older, it seems to impact my choices more and more--and I'm no

Agreed, I just meant I choose self-sufficiency over dependence when possible/practical. As I get older, it seems to impact my choices more and more--and I'm not (just) talking about basic necessities, it's also guiding my investment decisions and property purchases.