I don’t think not doing work is an option.
We can only go so long satisfying short-term pleasures before we regress physiologically to the point of misery and wonder somewhat incessantly what the point of it all is.
See what work does is offer us a path towards growth and contribution. Two fundamental components of feeling fulfillment in life.
Growth because it equals life. The opposite means we’re heading for decay and death.
Contribution because we are social creatures. And doing good for others is good for us.
Now, if the work you’re doing isn’t satisfying at least one of those components, then maybe it’s time to start investing in work that does.
Which isn’t to say you should quit your work altogether and “follow your passions” per se.
It’s simply to say start investing time and energy into 1) figuring out what type of work would fulfill you and cover the costs of living and 2) building skills that make you more valuable / hirable in that space.
If you keep doing unfulfilling work and you’re making no additional investments in yourself or your future work… and your goal is to just get to a point where you don’t have to work anymore—I think you’re on a path of misery. For now and for later.
But, if you’re constantly looking for ways you can better utilize your talents, build more skills, and help more people—beyond just what you’re getting paid to do (bonus points if it’s all aligned)… I think you’re on a path of fulfillment.