It's such a sad spectacle to see petty jealousy (or at least lack of empathy) by commenters here. As someone who grew up in a poor family and is now an immigrant, I can confirm that anything you achieve is earned and accomplished. There is no privilege, just because one manages to make 6 figures a year through hard work. OP has balls, big ones, to give up such a good job to try his hand at a startup.