Removed my other post, didn't come across as intended.

Just like your dad, I'm always stressed and pretty lonely. I let money rule my life because I had an unemployed immigrant wife and a son to support at age 25. So I had to ensure I had enough to put food on the table and a roof over our heads, with a 30k salary I think back then. So I worked nights/did OT to have some savings to buy a house. Then my wife wanted our son to go to private school (which was a good choice). So I took pager duty at work, 24/7 year round because of the premiums it paid.

Sort of stuck needing more all the time due to circumstances. You always want the best for your kids and spouse (and I'm not talking about brand named shoes and clothes, but things that matter like education).

Had I had your or my son's opportunity and financial responsibility at your age, things would likely have been very different. Don't forget that you're one of the lucky ones too to make that much so young. Many people your age are still earning minimum wage.

Thanks for the exchange :)