[jddil]

You're not nuts but you're viewing this the wrong way. You will be significantly happier if instead of working more to keep up on the hedonistic treadmill you do one of 2 things.

1) Get a raise. There should be 0 reason for a software engineer to need a second job.

2) Spend less. You will never make enough money if your expenses keep increasing

[gbruins]

#1 is too idealistic. Things happen in life. Markets crash. College savings, previously adequate, is cut in half. Maybe other things.

#2 I'm trying but the current administration just wont have it. Like for example, the price of caviar DOUBLED at Whole Foods. Ridiculous! Also, the gas pump just stops at $150 when I try to fill up my Mercedes SUV.

[shyn3]

#3 earn more is the only way to avoid it. Smart idea, I'm looking for the same myself. Reducing spending never works and multiple sources provide safety.

I was thinking maybe a podcast explaining the tools I use.