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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]350k stressful job 5 years ago. Spouse makes 180k and recently I get worried about the economy but not worried enough to try to get a paying job. I love my freedom and time.[/quote]

Maybe this is just me, but absent very specific circumstances (tons of money in the bank already, massive inheritance, child with very severe special needs requiring a parent at home etc), I just don't get this at all. Unless it's some kind of troll post.[/quote]

I'm not really sure what you mean but to me life is not all about money and work. The freedom of choice what to do with my time and my mental health means a lot more. Within 3 months of quitting, I looked for other jobs because I was not used to having so much "free" time but every time I interviewed it made me remember how awful the work culture is-short staffed to maximize profit, high turnover, inefficiencies, work politics/drama etc. and people were so unhappy, I can see it during interviews. When I was offered a position, I negotiated for certain things and I remember feeling a dread while waiting for a response. I was actually relieved they didn't want to accept all my requirements. That was when I knew I didn't want to go back to the corporate culture. Also it took awhile to let myself be OK with not being "productive" which is making money, I settle down a lot more.

Sure I made more than my spouse but my job was also way more stressful and more hours. He works from home and we spend more time together now. I take care of most of the household/kids/finance stuff and yes going from 500k+ HHI to 180k is a big difference and we probably don't save much. I also came to realize that I don't really need 500k+ HHI to be happy. All our basic needs are met, we get to travel, and kids have activities. Life is simpler and less materialistic but more fulfilling. What works for me may not work for others. [/quote]

Sounds like you made the right choice. Good for you [/quote]

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