The object of my game right now is to join the KMA. In the police world, the KMA meant that you had your 20 years in so you could retire at any time. If you didn't like something, you could tell them, "kiss my ass," and walk out.
Of course, most of them would immediately have to go out and get another job so they weren't really full-fledged members of the club.
I'm not talking about never working again because I think there are plenty of things that I like to do that will bring in money. It's not a *job* though when it's fun or you're really looking forward to doing it.
I'm talking about not being reliant on the job or worse, trapped.
PTE Rick's post on what some companies do to their employees is an excellent example of what I'm talking about. People who get themselves into this type of situation will have the hardest time joining the KMA Club.
On the other hand, if you own all your property free and clear (including your house), it's very easy to change where your money comes from. If you get to the point where your money is making money, it gets even easier.
I think I would get bored if I didn't have something that I was working on but I want to be the one choosing how and when I spend my time (and how much time that is). There are plenty of predators out there or companies who are so focused on the bottom line that they don't care in the least what happens to you. It's up to you to get yourself in a position where those things have very little, if any, effect on you.
Work on joining the KMA today.