> So the question is: how do I continue my current standard of living for my family while working on a startup?
If it was known how to make money right away, everybody would start a start-up right away. But there are so many brilliant ideas, you just never know if they are going to work. Sure you can try, but the risk is there - as you said yourself.
If I were you, I would sit down with my wife, discuss pros and cons and also make clear why this matters so much to you. Hopefully you'll find a solution together!
If it was known how to make money right away, everybody would start a start-up right away. But there are so many brilliant ideas, you just never know if they are going to work. Sure you can try, but the risk is there - as you said yourself.
If I were you, I would sit down with my wife, discuss pros and cons and also make clear why this matters so much to you. Hopefully you'll find a solution together!