I love being a software engineer, but I would quit in a second to become a crew member under Han Solo on the Millenium Falcon. Until that opportunity shows up

I love being a software engineer, but I would quit in a second to become a crew member under Han Solo on the Millenium Falcon. Until that opportunity shows up software developer is one of the best jobs on the planet. Go work physical labour for awhile, then make a decision. If you like it better than switch, if you don't like that then switch again. There are no limits besides those we create for ourselves. Oh, you do have to let go of the thinking that money matters, you might have to get a cheaper house or have some hard discussions with your wife or friends. If they love you though they'd rather live in an apartment with a happy person than a huge house with an unhappy one though.