How deep are you in the rat race anon? Me, not at all, just going to my 45k year stress-free job and have no intentions of earning more, and since being a robot with minimal expenses and no family, means I plenty of money left over every month for my hobbies and beer.
Sure its not being a total NEET, but as close as I can get. I work 4 days a week during summers and have week long vacations on spring break, Thanksgiving and Christmas which is a lot more then for most people in other jobs. Plus I don't need to wear a suit & tie like a typical office wagecuck too.
I thought I would be happy making big bucks but I think the stress that comes with these jobs is not worth it at all trust me.
I think people who end up chasing money & status are doing it wrong.
What's your job that lets you make 45k a year stress free?
Well, good on you, OP.
I'm on the verge of opting out too. My bills are paid by my investments, I've lowered my costs, and am almost ready to NEET it up