I once trained with a computer technician/engineer who was earning good money - £100,000+, BMW M3 etc.
He gave the job up for a F/O position with a turboprop operator. We all told him he was 'mad' and to go back to his old job and fly/buy a twin if he was so keen on flying.
After hearing our comments and gaining an insight into life as an airline pilot he decided to go back to his old job before he even completed the groundschool element of his conversion course.
Perhaps the best decision he made?
KR
FOK