Ive been off the radar twice in this life, packed in the job and headed overseas with a round the world air ticket. First time with my girlfriend, second time with same girl married. Been married 25 years tomorrow ! We went places that spins me out looking back. (traveled to 47 countries and are in the process of organizing a trip to Europe for our wedding aniversary) Ive had many jobs in 3 different country's, Ive lived in big citys and small towns, I dont have many regrets. If you are seriously considering ditching your job, I say do it, dont hesitate . If you hesitate, next thing you know you'll be up to your eyeballs in debt spending the next 15 to 20 paying off a house. Life is short, I turned 50 last year. I dont feel 50. Time accelerates as you get older, age and time seem to be linked exponentially. I seriously only feel 38 or 39, but I think that's because I dont have children (one of my regrets) Stripes, do it. Get off the radar, have a look around before your time begins to accelerate. BTW, I have my own house, an investment property and Im just a lowly blue collar worker