Originally Posted by BoilerUP

I know AIA-certified architects and electrical/mechanical/civil PEs with Masters degrees and 2+ decades of experience who make less salary than guarantee of a second year FO at the current “Big Six”...to say nothing of retirement and medical. They also are largely tied to a laptop/iPad or phone.

Lawyers are the same way; good pay but hours that would make a ACMI pilot from 25 years ago cry.

Pilots can be a myopic bunch at times...

If you want stimulation, get a hobby - you should be able to afford it.