You could be really intellectually challenged for 20 hours a week, then spend the rest of the time with your family. Or you could do meaningless grunt work for 60 hrs a week, and never see your family. For me, with two kids, I'd rather have the former.
You also need to think about when your kids leave the nest. At some point they don't want you to be a big part of their lives. Even my 10 yo is exhibiting this. There's a narrow window they really want you actively part of their lives. Then there's a part you need to give them space and you need your own thing.
Finally, there's the consideration of providing for your family. If you totally 'check out' and don't develop your skills too long this could have a negative impact financially in the long term.
You could be really intellectually challenged for 20 hours a week, then spend the rest of the time with your family. Or you could do meaningless grunt work for 60 hrs a week, and never see your family. For me, with two kids, I'd rather have the former.
You also need to think about when your kids leave the nest. At some point they don't want you to be a big part of their lives. Even my 10 yo is exhibiting this. There's a narrow window they really want you actively part of their lives. Then there's a part you need to give them space and you need your own thing.
Finally, there's the consideration of providing for your family. If you totally 'check out' and don't develop your skills too long this could have a negative impact financially in the long term.