I never said I was confused, or that I was at the height of wealth. I said I went from having near unlimited agency (working remote for a high paying job that didn't take up much of my time and nothing at all to take care of at home) to having almost none and I feel far wealthier. I am sure any of my friends and family would say that I'm wealthier now with a family as well.
If you could keep the kids and everything you had, but also have even more freedom to do whatever you want (for yourself or your family - more vacations and play time, more opportunities for education and life experiences) wouldn't you feel even wealthier?
If you had less freedom (stuck working long hours, can't choose a family doctor you trust, etc), wouldn't you feel less wealthy?
Importantly, you don't have to act on the freedom to know that you have it.
