Trying to build financial independence from outside the US — my story and a few questions 😅

Hey everyone 👋
I’ve been reading this sub for a while and honestly, it’s one of the few corners of the internet that actually motivates me.

I’m from a country where the average annual income is around $12–15k, and we don’t have things like 401k, employer matches, or real pension systems.
I’m not an engineer or in tech — I’ve done regular jobs, but I’ve always been obsessed with the idea of financial freedom.

I’ve tried applying for US visas several times (always rejected 😅), but I’m still trying to figure out how people outside the US can build their own version of financial independence.

I’ve been looking into freelancing, remote jobs, and maybe even online business ideas, but sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated when most success stories come from high-income countries.

So I wanted to ask:
👉 For those of you outside the US, how did you start building your FI path?
👉 What helped you the most when your local economy didn’t give you much to work with?

I know it might take me longer, but I’m ready to stay consistent and play the long game.
Appreciate any advice or stories — really means a lot ☕💭