There's no living in that life. That's slavery. Self inflicted or not.  

 Money is the only motivation there ... the glamorous big 4 life

But it's still a damn job and you're sacrificing the best years of your life 

 I think everyone has a different idea of balance. Working hard now to avoid working harder later. The effects compound. $200k when I'm 25 is worth a hell of lot more invested correctly then when I'm 40, in debt, and cost of living 6 times what it is a single man is. I have time now, might as well use it to save me some when I need it later.  

 Also keep in mind this is the internet. My views are far more nuanced than this midwit example to share a thought.