
Not a programer but working in the tech industry, i have a growing sentiment that people lack the sentiment of creating something and not just feeling like a cog in the machine. Most of what people do is busywork lacking a sense of purpose or direction. Not being a programer, even i would drop everything and live a rural life it would guarantee a stable financial life.
Its all about the what and where. I cant stand city traffic, but an empty winding road feels like freedom. The car you are driving also makes a lot of difference. I personally only buy cars that are fun to drive. I had a smart roadster and now i drive a miata (mx5 where i am from).