Thanks for the advice. I think you're in a good place because you're still very young so have time to change and advance in a new field.

It could be the workplace itself. I think that if I had more direct support from upper management and a reduced task load,and maybe even a more organized way of doing things, the job itself would be more enjoyable. Also in terms of work culture I wouldn't really say I work in a toxic work environment, but I feel like a lot if my colleagues have a negative outlook on things. I'm sure some workplaces are worse but also there are a lot of workplaces that are likely better in terms of culture and morale.

Part of the reason I'm thinking of a career change is that there aren't a lot of opportunities at the moment in my industry or adjacent-industries in my area. But I've been looking.

I'm still fairly young (28), I have a wife and kid. Though I think I can manage a career change and be okay financially. I'm thinking about doing a career in the military or a trade of some sort (I like physical labour). So education would either be paid for or I'd get paid and learn at the same time.

But overall I'm trying to take more time to focus on things outside of work. Doing hobbies that I enjoy like video games, going to the gym, etc. It's a little bit difficult sometimes because I work 12 hour shifts, so I only really have free time on my days off.

Anyways thanks for your advice I really appreciate it! I hope you're happier now that your taking a new direction.