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Re:Ask HN: Has anyone switched from a professional job to a ... by kyrofa on Wednesday May 24, 2023 @10:26AM (#36058587)
This ^. I still work in tech, but I have cattle and chickens and a tractor and endless outdoor projects now. That plus a family puts work solidly in its place: a way to make money so that I can do what I enjoy. I do of course enjoy work here and there, but I enjoy my life outside of work more. My farm isn't a business, so there's no extra pressure there, but it gave me a way to dive into permaculture and try to pave a path toward self-sufficiency, which has given me and my family a lot of joy and stability. And I can do that AND save for retirement thanks to the tech job.
Re:Ask HN: Has anyone switched from a professional job to a ... by poo-yie on Wednesday May 24, 2023 @10:44AM (#36058836)
Sounds like you're on a great path! Did you buy the land or did you already have it?
Re:Ask HN: Has anyone switched from a professional job to a ... by kyrofa on Wednesday May 24, 2023 @11:19AM (#36059347)
I bought it right before COVID. Only ten acres, nothing crazy. I don't think I could afford it now, so I'm really grateful for that timing!
Re:Ask HN: Has anyone switched from a professional job to a ... by mharig on Thursday May 25, 2023 @08:58AM (#36070146)
Been there, done that.

And still doing it :-)

The mix of (sometimes hard) physical and brain work is optimal for body & brain.

Re:Ask HN: Has anyone switched from a professional job to a ... by kyrofa on Thursday May 25, 2023 @09:12AM (#36070301)
Couldn't agree more!