u/SoilFalse6601

23m, left the military/got divorced within the last year, got a job that grosses around 160k, yearly.

I do my job pretty decently and I really like it, but I really feel like I've speed ran life and I'm debating on quitting and going to college. I feel like the last 5 years of my life has been walking on hot coals and I'm getting sick of this scene, I need a break from routine.

Another thing is, I'm starting to realize how much I let society make me think I'm only as valuable as I can make in a year. I'm starting to value time with friends and family more, I'm spending money buying my buddies stuff.

People tell me all the time I'm in such a lucky position, but I don't think they understand where I'm coming from. I think I'm ready for my catharsis.

I wouldn't have to work as I have passive income and free healthcare, so I could just relax and do school. Ultimately, this would be used as a 3 year break. Maybe shorter? I'm just tired of riding the bag out, I think I wanna slow down.

Does anyone have any advice? I did sorta ramble, but that's the gist.

Anyone else having this issue?

I've tried the dating apps, managed to begin dating a woman a few months ago, then discovered she was half-cheating on me. Tried the apps again, went on a few more dates and no luck, goose egg.

Have been going out and trying new things/group activities, majority of woman already have a be BF in these areas.

I would like to think I'm desirable, not overweight, have hobbies, have people tell me frequently that I'm funny, I'm loyal, stable career being in the top 1% of earners for my age group, go outside, play video games, I care about my appearance, etc.

Point is, I know I'm not boring, yet I'm struggling very much dating around here.