WFH vs full NEETdom

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WFH vs full NEETdom Anonymage 10/21/25 (Tue) 14:49:11 No.226818

Wizards, I'm really uncertain about my situation right now and would like your advice, since this is a matter that I think only you would be able to fully appreciate.

I was a NEET and borderline hikki for about 8 years during my mid-20s. I was very content during that time, because the NEET lifestyle actually suits me very much: I'm extremely introverted and don't crave many material possessions. Because of that, I never sought the social stimulation or the monetary compensation of work.

However, my situation changed and I had to find a job, as my prior source of minimal income disappeared.

I was very fortunate to find a remote job that pays decently, even though I only have a HS degree. I've been in that job for over 5 years now. Due to my aforementioned frugal lifestyle, I was able to save enough money that I think will last me over a decade.

With this in mind, my question is this. My greatest wish right now is to resign from this job and return to being a NEET. It's a question that bothers me every day. However, I fear that this job is sort of a unique opportunity, and that I won't be able to find anything similar, once I run out of money. I even considered doing things like day trading so I can extend the duration of my savings.

What would you do in a scenario like this? Keep your somewhat comfy WFH job or just return to NEEtdom?

Anonymage 10/21/25 (Tue) 16:10:51 No.226823

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>>226818
>What would you do in a scenario like this? Keep your somewhat comfy WFH job or just return to NEEtdom?
I think the wisest thing to do is to keep the cushy job and save as much money as you can. Then, you could either invest part of it to create more wealth or stay as a NEET for a short period, let's say 5 years maximum. After those 5 years you could go back to work, and repeat the wagie cycle until another NEET cycle comes in. If you can't get NEETbux, the best you can do is either create wealth or work through cycles. Most NEETs I know online do the former, the ones who stay as permaNEET such as myself are a minority. For most people, working cycles and NEET cycles is the best alternative to the permawageslave lifestyle. Always consider making your wealth grow however, as the next wagie cycle might not be as cushy as your current job is. Some intermitent NEETs end up working low wages jobs in warehouses or as security guard. Work from home would be like a blessing for them, so please meditate over this decission and don't risk your privileged position over the inmediate pleasure of NEETdom. And always remember to take it easy.

Anonymage 10/21/25 (Tue) 16:14:08 No.226824

>>226823
>Most NEETs I know online do the former
Sorry I meant to say the latter. Most NEETs I know enjoy NEETdom through cycles as I already explained. Sorry for the confusion.

Anonymage 10/21/25 (Tue) 16:34:56 No.226825

Don't get out of your job, unless you amass extreme wealth to a point of be able to live for the rest of your life as a NEET, then it' pointless to quit your job to NEET a few years then not be able to get the good job again, just keep the job as long as possible.