What motivated you to leave everything behind and start fresh?

Honestly, the tipping point for me was a mental breakdown. I was carrying so much stress and frustration that I just couldn't take it anymore. I knew I had to break free and start fresh, so I let go of everything that was weighing me down.

For me, it was the overwhelming frustration of working in web development. I felt like I was doing all the heavy lifting while my teammates just sat back. It came to a point where I realized I was pouring so much effort into projects that wouldn't even get used, and that just drained my enthusiasm. I decided to walk away and find something more meaningful.

After losing my job of 14 years, I took it as a sign to shake things up. I moved back to my hometown where things are cheaper, and I jumped headfirst into web development. It’s been over two and a half years now, and I can honestly say it’s been a worthwhile journey!