lots of good advice here. I was making good money in a job a didn't like. It wasn't challenging, the environment I was I was in was toxic and I needed a PLAN!
You are probably like most of us on the board who could get a job anywhere...yes even in this economy. But you need to figure out what you want to do and where you want to live.
The best thing I did was start listening to Dan Miller's 48 days podcast and read a couple of his books. His plan is simple. Have a plan and find meaningful work in 6 months. My plan took 3-4 years of hard work and commitment but is worth it.
Weld is right- don't give away all your money to move into a lateral position. Think smart. Emotions are mostly right and with a little reason they can be the right catalyst for changing. I wish you the best!