Podcast Episode
...so you can hear me too, not just read my thoughts. Not sure if that's a good thing, lol!
Dr. FIREfly Calculations
Hello again! As promised from the previous post, here's a breakdown of my current FI strategy.4% RuleMy initial excitement earlier this summer is based on running the numbers through the…
Early Career Physician…Looking at Retirement
It’s been a mere eight years since starting along the FI(RE) path. I remember discovering FIRE in my PGY3 year (ah, PGY2 and 3 in a five-year program. It felt…
The Elusive Work-Life Balance
A year and a half between posts is a long time.It started with trying to return my writing focus to fiction after a long hiatus that lasted through undergrad, medical…
The First Year (And Some) of Staff Life
Reviewing the first year of staff life...well, first year and then some, because things got busy :)
The First Quarter of Staff Life
Reflections on how the first three months of being a fully fledged physician have been. And the unexpected surprises.
Graduating from Residency with a CoastFI Amount Invested
When Dr. FIREfly discovers a fun fact - there is enough currently invested to "coast" the rest of the way to typical retirement age.
Universal Healthcare – What Is Not Included
Despite living in Canada, where we have universal healthcare, it is still worth considering what costs might need to be footed out of pocket. Because there is a fair amount that is not covered by our “universal” healthcare, despite what the terminology might initially lead you to think.
How Survive and Thrive During Certification Year: Self-Care
Part 1 of 2, discussing preparing for Royal College/CCFP Exam. How to stay alive – and thrive! Diving into practical self-care tips during Royal College/CCFP exam preparation season.
How Survive and Thrive During Certification Year: Studying
Part 1 of 2, discussing preparing for Royal College/CCFP Exam. How to stay alive - and thrive!