It does make sense. It's much harder to motivate ourselves with ideation I think. Having said that, I think it's important to be realistic. If we know we won't or can't CTB imminently then, we could be stuck with life for some time. The quality of our lives can be pretty dependent on achieving the things we want.
So, I suppose you need to ask yourself some questions. Will it bother you to potentially fail and find it harder to find employment in the area that interests you more (presumably) and, could pursuing your interests/ career become a coping mechanism?
I've witnessed people here plot a kind of course of self destruction where they lose their job, become homeless and petty much force themselves to CTB. I suppose it depends whether that appeals.
That doesn't personally appeal to me. I don't want to feel forced into CTB in a state of panic. I also maybe have less understanding parents who wouldn't have been impressed/ supportive if I had dropped out. So, I've always felt the need to put in some maintenance to sustain a basic living standard.
It also depends on what's keeping you here alive and, how long that might go on for. I've always wanted to wait for my Dad to pass first so, I've always kind of known I would have to play the long game.
I think maybe most people have the potential to turn things around if they have enough hope, health and are willing to put in the effort.
