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Bill and Jackie sit down with 'Jay,' an anonymous guest who shares his incredible journey from a military and police background to achieving financial independence by the age of 39. Jay discusses his experiences on the SWAT team and as an undercover detective, and the mental health challenges that came with his career. He also talks about his blog, Escaping Avalon, and provides a deep dive into mental health strategies, therapy, and self-care. Whether you're a late starter on the path to FI or someone looking to improve your mental well-being, Jay offers invaluable insights and resources that can benefit everyone. Don't miss this compelling and informative conversation.
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08/04/24 • 64 min
Catching Up to FI - In the Line of FIRE | Escaping Avalon | 090
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when I became a detective and I could go anywhere I wanted, I was going to Chipotle like five times a week. And I noticed It wasn't making me any happier. I actually, I wasn't enjoying those burritos near as much as I did back when I only had them once every two weeks. So on the food front, I realized this. I still would bring my lunch to go eat with my coworkers just so I would get that social aspect. But I stopped buying at all those places that we would be going to
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