I agree with Shauk and Midnight. You're trying to put toothpaste back in the tube. Sorry, but you're better off figuring out your next step as opposed to retracing your old ones.
Personally, I look at the money I earn as much more than material things. My salary and bonuses take me closer to being able to early retirement. I can probably only do what I do for another 7-15 years (depending on market cycles), and I plan on being in a position where I'll never have to work another day in my life or worry about money again. At this point, it's an attainable goal and will allow me to accomplish the other things I want to do in life.
Answer the question of what it really is that you want out of life and then use your career to get closer to THOSE goals.
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