There is huge variability under the term "normal job". My last job (of many years), was starting to drive me batty. It was directly impacting me due to a high w

There is huge variability under the term "normal job". My last job (of many years), was starting to drive me batty. It was directly impacting me due to a high work load and travel, and secondarily hitting me with almost constant mental stress. After making the decision to quit, I specifically sought out jobs within the same field at companies known for a more relaxed cultures. I found one and it has made a world of difference (been there almost 3 years). Top management on down want a "family friendly" environment with reasonable hours and no take home work. I can walk out that door guilt-free at 5pm, along with everyone else, and do my own stuff from then on. Such a role maybe won't fulfill anyone's dreams or passions, but it might providing funding to pursue such things while maintaining a stable household and not incurring money stresses.