I just have to say, I love my job, and I love the money I make even more! You can have the best of both worlds, you just need to keep an open mind. The organization I work for is based on health and wellness products, and they are also a strong force in my life keeping me on the right path for happiness and life fulfillment. I just want to say, if you are unhappy and struggling, KEEP LOOKING! You deserve better, and if you envision yourself in a better place, I guarantee you WILL get there.
in my head i have always had abit of a theory with this. My plan is work hard even if i hate my work. so push through it upgrade ur job then when you start earning good $$ keep saving it. be smart with your money and if u make enough, invest some of it.then as u get higher up in ur work it does become alot less crap.
plus the less fun u have at work earning big $$$ the more fun u have when playtime comes around :p