[Verissimus]

I am in the same boat. 43 with wife and kids depending on my income but I honestly hate what I do. I am currently trying to focus instead of on my work but on myself. I have gotten deep into philosophy and ethics in particular. I will probably try to write a book or do a podcast at some point but I may just stay the course and enjoy having a not monetized hobby.

[grugagag]

This is a good way to develop oneself. Doing the same work for a long time eventually takes the initial passion away but we can continue doing it for a living while working on other things. It's like earning a ticket to work on higher things. My job is boring as hell too but I grit through it after which I concentrate on things that make me grow personally. I do enjoy philosophy too but as a lurker only, but do have my own area of hands on.