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Exactly like building wealth—ten years of consistent investing in dividends and index funds turns small habits into real freedom. Patience and showing up daily compound everything. By 40, you'll thank yourself

Before The Martian made him a household name, he spent ten years posting science-heavy blogs for a small group of readers. He kept showing up, improving, and refining his craft until the right moment arrived.

Ten years of showing up. Ten years of action. Ten years of effort.