Great to read all the replies because I have the same question. I have worked in health care for 30 years. Most of the time I liked the actual work but hated the politics. Now that I'm thinking I may have to leave my work I'm feeling sad about it. On my bad days I've always been able to look at patients and say to myself--what I have is nothing compared to that sad case--and that has kept me going for a long time...and, oh yah, the paycheck! I look forward to living a more peaceful life and I trust I will find a sense of worth in other ways. Big hug to everyone in our position.