Now look at your own life. Let me tell you, friend, it's up to you. While yes, some people in this world have advantages over you, you have the same odds of attaining happiness as anyone else. And odds are until you remove work from the equation, even for a day off to think, you're unlikely to attain your goals. There are many jobs that don't involve work any job where you're learning something probably isn't work, any job that makes use of your specialization is probably pretty cool, etc.
Work can creep into the edges of even the coolest job.
If you're really dedicated to your sanity, you will remain ever vigilant to keep your workplace as work-free as possible. Don't just make sure you're having fun - make sure everyone is having fun. There is a way out of wage slavery. Other people have figured it out. There is an answer to the puzzle of making a living that doesn't involve selling your soul at an hourly rate.