Hi, Ixodon, and welcome to Psych Central! I agree there should be more to life than working some job we hate. That said, sometimes we do have to do that--and turn to hobbies and interests to keep us sane.

Not all of us are going to have our three minutes of fame. I am almost 60, and have been doing a lot of observing! Yet, that doesn't mean that we can't have a positive impact on life and that our lives won't have meaning.

Are you seeing a therapist by any chance? I think one could help you to get on track and begin to make a headway more toward what you want out of life. And help with your depression.

I am sure some other folks here are also frustrated. Honestly, not too many of us here were born with silver spoons in our mouths and/or have had great childhoods. It doesn't seem fair, but sometimes we can take adversity and make it into something positive. It can make us stronger and even more caring for others who suffer, too.

Feel free to keep sharing your frustrations. As I say, many folks understand.