Early Retirement After Big Law: World Travel & Self Discipline - Monica | MHFI 289

October 14, 2025 01:00:16
Early Retirement After Big Law: World Travel & Self Discipline - Monica | MHFI 289
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Early Retirement After Big Law: World Travel & Self Discipline - Monica | MHFI 289

Oct 14 2025 | 01:00:16

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Show Notes

Doug chats with Monica Levi, a former lawyer who retired early at the age of 40.  She shares her journey to FI, including her immigration to the US at 17, a battle with cancer, the transition from law to becoming a self-discipline coach, and her passion for travel.   Monica also delves into how she manages her time, expenses, and the challenges of having a working partner while being retired.

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0:00 Introduction

3:59 Immigrating to the US & financial upbringing

8:45 Starting to invest

15:33 Transitioning out of law

20:45 Other’s reaction to early retirement

24:56 Productivity & open space

30:58 Cancer diagnosis & recovery

35:21 Self-discipline coaching

39:22 Changing expenses & travel

48:59 Balancing a relationship & retirement

54:36 Soundcheck – Fitness goals

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