Heyall,
I don't believe in and am not interested in continuing to work full-time. I don't like my employer having so much control over my time. It seems unnatural to me. There's more to life, like traveling, going camping, hobbies, spending time with family and friends, reading, sleeping, meditating, and just sitting around and being.
I work full-time right now, but I have the opportunity to shift to part time, which I will very likely do. I live in NYC, which is exploitively expensive, but I have no debt, very cheap rent, and am naturally frugal for the most part. I can swing it financially, but of course won't have as much disposable income. But I'll have what I need for the foreseeable future. I'm a psychologist and have a wide experience and skill set (I've taught, done research, professional speaking, therapy, consulting) and already do some of this stuff on the side because I like it and it's a little extra $$$.
But basically, I'd like to hear experiences of people who work or have worked part time. Anything you're willing to share is great, advice, encouragement, regrets, hugs….