After working my butt off in the same career field for over 25 years I did something extraordinary..I bailed out. After my divorce this past year ( 25 year marriage) I was determined to live my life the way I wanted to so I built a new house, saved my pennies and nickels and then walked up to my boss and turned in my resignation---didn't have a single job prospect in hand but rather an unwavering confidence in myself that I will eventually find a job/career that I can enjoy. Sound nuts?? If so then let me hear from you..I'm sure I'm not the first guy to do this...nothing ventured..nothing gained..
Steve

If this is something you can do then do it. Good luck!!

I am impressed! Hope it works out for you...

After 23 years, I am no longer interested in my profession, and am working to determine my next career move...but with a great salary and some financial handcuffs, and a son about to start college next year, I have not been able to convince myself to walk away yet. How did you come to your decision? to accept the risks? way to go!