Most great books convey valuable knowledge, perspectives, and even ageless wisdom, which this one also does. Despite its title about financial freedom, reading the book is like a mental therapy during which one's deepest rooted beliefs, assumptions, and myths regarding all aspects of life (e.g. work, time, money, investment, relationships, lifelong learning, decision making, taking risks, etc.) are all thoroughly probed, questioned, demystified, and upgraded.
What compelled me to give the book a five-star rating (which I very rarely do), however, is something it has done fantastically that few others have: Showing readers how meta-cognition can positively impact one's life through numerous personal stories and how to cultivate such a skill set. In fact, as the author emphasizes, almost all the unconventional but insightful (and sometimes lucrative) ideas are the fruit of his continuous honing and deployment of meta-cognition. That skill set, if continuously developed, can be the game-changer in how we view and approach our lives.
After reading "The Road to Financial Freedom," my biggest realization is this: Financial freedom isn't about how much money you make, but about your ability to manage your time.
From today on, I'll reduce my impulsive spending and focus on accumulating assets, letting my money slowly work for me.