49-Year-Old Mom Quits High-Paying Job to Reclaim Life and Family! 😱

Last Friday, I finally walked away from the grind at age 49. After decades of saving, investing, and living below my means, I hit a $1.6M net worth—no debt, house paid off, and a secure future. I never inherited a cent; both my parents passed away broke. Every dollar I have, I earned myself. But even with a high-paying defense job after my military career, I felt trapped. The stress, the office politics, and the endless hamster wheel made me question if it was all worth it. I started to feel like I was missing out on my daughter’s childhood—she’s only 11 once. Now, I’m struggling with doubts. Did I leave too soon? Should I have kept pushing for more? I’d love to hear from anyone who’s been here. How did you know it was time to walk away? Any advice for finding peace after leaving the rat race? 🙏 #JobCareer #CareerChange #WorkLifeBalance