I work for a living. Call me pessimistic, but my experience has taught me the importance of separating work life from regular life. It's not as if I believe jobs should suck or cannot be enjoyed. I've just learned to have my passions be outside of work, to the things I care about. I'd rather have my passion be about my family, hobbies, socializing, personal interests, etc. than work. Work simply serves as an incentive because it gives me what I need (money) to pursue what I really want from life.