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It sounds like you're a bit burned out on working. You've been doing it for almost a decade already, so no surprise. I recommend traveling until you get tired
by 100k 17y ago
It sounds like you're a bit burned out on working. You've been doing it for almost a decade already, so no surprise.
I recommend traveling until you get tired of it. Explore the world. It's cliche but you do learn a lot about yourself and your culture by visiting others. This can cost incredible amounts of money or it can be very cheap. It depends on your standards and where you go.
It sounds like you enjoy the university atmosphere. Take a look at study abroad programs. My wife delayed her graduation by a semester so she could do this. Or just extend your education, take some more classes. Then you can spend some time traveling. Maybe do Peace Corps. Learn a new language.
After that, take stock of your life and think about what you want to do. You have the financial freedom to do what you want for a few years. You may want to get a job just to learn from others. Maybe you'll want to tackle one of the world's big problems. Or you'll be recharged enough to start a new business.
Since graduating, I've worked hard and lived below my means. 3 times I've saved up a lot of money and then blown it all at once. First was my wedding; next was a summer in Europe; and now I am working on a startup.
I haven't regretted any of it. My only regrets are not doing it sooner; and that I pushed myself through college without spending any time abroad.