Markus, is there anyway you can get away for more than just a short vacation to refresh? I was laid off last fall, but I was ready to go...classic burnout after 25 years of the SOS (IT in corporate america). I don't know what I'll do next, but have been spending time working on my house(s), etc. My .02 worth, lacking money can be a real downer, but money doesn't buy happiness either...once your basic needs are taken care of, you're either happy or you're not...money doesn't change that. You've got a great career and you help children...you just need a break to get out of the "rut" you're in imo...be well and good luck!
ps: At least, take a vacation from PARF...I'm not typically "that political" in nature, and it's depressing these days