I'm approaching 4 years away from a desk, and I have a job offer handed to me without seeking in the crypto space I'm tempted to take mainly for the accumulation of coins. However, freedom is invaluable... I'm dragging my feet on it because it feels like a sellout. Like you're saying, the short term suffering can lead to a much more comfortable future. I feel your pain. Best of luck.
Exactly man, it is feeling like selling out, but actually it's the opposite as I'd need to start selling chunks of STEEM to avoid the desk.
If it's something you can handle for 3/6 months it might be an option as the earnings could really boost what you are holding in Crypto while it's 'cheap'. Cheers!