<prompt> Human: Context: Im 35 years old with a well paying government career 70k a year, TSP, Fed benefits etc. I keep thinking of switching careers to something more meaningful again. I served 10 years in the military In my mind, I want something with a bit more action than just a desktop and writing.Things I like:RN,Firefighter, Federal Investigator, Paramedic,Military reserves,Active Duty again? My issues:Salary: 70,000 with a raise next year at 106k,Student loans 100k BS and MS 377.00 a month, Car loan 383.00 a month, Rent 1600.00 a month, Utilities 75.00 a month, Cell phone 70.00 a month, All the jobs I want would be a considerable decrease in pay. No kids A wife shes in medical schoolI do outside activities to help: triathlons, Im a scuba instructor and go fly fishing with my dog. Tell me Im crazy and to suck it up. Ive done my funmeaningful stint in life and now its time to be a desk jockey... Edit1: Thank you for all the great advice and replies.I think I was just having a life crisis at my desk today and my normal cruise through reddit wasnt helping. Im going to stick with the gig, payoff the debt, and look forward to retirement. Who knows, maybe sail around the world or live in Bali or some shit afterwards. Edit2: I found a volunteer Fire Department and started the application process. I think this is what I needed. Thanks again for all of your comments and advice. Assistant: Sounds like you should suck it up until wife is out of medical school. Then maybe reevaluate once that happens. Human: Thats a good idea and one I have thought about. Sadly, if she decides to do an intensive residency we would still be primarily relying on my income.  <response>: Youll probably be happier in the long run knowing you didnt take on unnecessary debt just to get by. 