About this episode

Dr Faith Nadine Choo shares her journey from a high-pressure medical career to a life focused on freedom and meaningful work.

Burnout stories are common. What is rare is someone who actually steps off the “helicopter track” and rebuilds life from scratch. Dr Faith Nadine Choo, The Side Quest Doctor, did exactly that. After clocking 70 to 80 hours weekly and surviving 30‑hour hospital calls, she realised she was running on empty. Her turning point came during a palliative posting, watching a patient her age face terminal illness. That moment forced her to confront what she was truly chasing. Dr Faith eventually broke her medical bond, paid a six‑figure penalty, and redesigned her life around freedom, health and meaningful work. Today she works 20 to 25 hours weekly, earns 8 to 10K, writes, podcasts and builds a life that fits her values. This conversation is for anyone questioning the grind, exploring FIRE or wondering what “success” should look like in Singapore’s high‑pressure system. Save this if you’re navigating burnout, career pivots or planning your own version of financial independence. Tell us: What does a life built around freedom look like for you? --- 🎧 The Financial Coconut: Your weekly source for empowering financial knowledge and unlocking possibilities. We explore personal finance…

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Host: The Financial Coconut

Guest: Dr Faith Nadine Choo

Topics covered

• burnout
• career pivot
• financial independence
• FIRE
• personal values
• health

Keywords

• burnout
• career change
• FIRE
• financial independence
• health
• success
• Singapore

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