I already out of workforce like 10 years. I am not sure how much I need to sacrifice. asking for basic need is not greedy. if things go on like this, I might not have enough saving for retirement. people around me are paying really well. even foreign born high school graduate get 40k a year. they are buying house and raise kids and no issue. I was stuck in a high pressure polical environment. people keep saying our family is wealthy and no need money. what is your standard for basic living?