I run engineering teams and get paid 8X more than my wife's salary but I want to quit - am I stuck?
Briefly

A Reddit user grapples with staying at a high-paying job that feels unfulfilling. He recognizes that while he earns significantly more than his wife, the dissatisfaction at work affects his emotional well-being. With a family to support and a comfortable lifestyle, he feels complicated emotions about quitting. His options include seeking a new job with similar pay or remaining in his current role, saving towards financial independence while enduring short-term unhappiness. This situation represents the challenge of prioritizing passion over financial necessity.
The Reddit user feels unfulfilled at his high-paying job but is reluctant to quit due to financial responsibilities and guilt over his family's lifestyle.
The OP's choice revolves around whether to pursue job satisfaction or maintain a lavish lifestyle that his high-paying role affords.
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