Yes, they return to a time where they were emotionally stunted. Sounds like your h has moved back to where he lived a long time ago. Don't be surprised if he changes jobs a few more times and moves again. He is really trying to find himself and figure out what he thinks he missed along the way.
He will continue to hit the brick wall until he crashes and then...he will begin to actually sit down and figure things out and better understand that whatever stunted him emotionally many, many years ago was not his fault. Keep praying for him.
I think it is a wonderful idea to go back to school. Do you know what you want to major in?
Continue to post here. It is far better than texting.
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.