Escaping the 9-to-5 grind doesn’t require a lottery win—it requires a plan. In this post, I share how building a dividend portfolio gave me the freedom to leave the rat race behind. Through consistent investing, smart stock selection, and the power of passive income, I created a stream of cash flow that now covers my living expenses. If you’re tired of trading time for money, this real-life journey might just inspire your own path to financial independence.