Ok, how much of your income are you willing to give up? How many years later do you want to retire? How much less time do you want with your family? How much

Ok, how much of your income are you willing to give up? How many years later do you want to retire? How much less time do you want with your family? How much less money do you want your descendants to have? Because that's often the truth. Software pays well and offers a pretty good lifestyle. Doing things that are "more fun" means less money and less work-life balance. Or you can just take up a stimulating hobby or work on a side project.