Even though I am a CWI, I am not a working CWI (looks good on a resume' :) ). Therefore, for career advice I have little. But, as for "start my new path on the road to wisdom.", by asking the question, recognizing the need, you have already started.
I would need to ask this.....Do you have a family , Kids , wife?
I would recommend seeking some inspection agencies for employment. in the past I would always call these agencies to send an inspector to the shop for in process and final inspection, and they were always crying we can find a CWI to travel out there.
So based on this I would suggest you seek a position in that field, the good thing about it to is you can deny the work if you feel its over your head, and you can be on the books for multiple companies.
If you could Travel ill give you a few contacts at your request.
MDK