Newbie seeking some experienced advice

[nick77]

1 of the biggest things I'm struggling with and obstacles I see, however true or false it may be, is feeling inadequate. I had a very well paying job that I left because it was part of our marital problems. I worked 6-7 days a week, long hours and was constantly stressed out. I left to pursue something I've always wanted to do so I wouldn't have to work so much and wouldn't be so stressed and distant. My W supported the move fully.

She and the OP work together and have jobs paying in the 6 figures. I remember her telling me a long time before we separated about him and how he's 35 and going to retire early because he has so much money saved.

Here I am in school and living off of savings that I saved in anticipation of quitting my job and she's with him. I can't offer that. Even when I'm finished with school I won't have that kind of money. I never needed to be wealthy and W never cared either but it bothers me now greatly.