Originally Posted by montezume

For the sake of argument, let's say my name is Joseph Smith. I have three kids, and I was lucky enough to find a decent paying job. I spent a few months looking for that job, and it wasn't easy. This job requires travel, and like you Mr. SAP, my employer only pays for lowest Y. I can't afford to "pony up" and pay out of pocket to upgrade to a more comfortable seat. I don't have the extra income. For me, it's Y or quit and try to find another job, which make make me and my children homeless.

Should I suffer health consequences as a result of working this job? Do I deserve to live in pain because I didn't get a STEM / business degree (like the reddit-like comments here suggest...)? I guess it sucks to be me.