Has anyone taken a pay cut or a “worse job” to be happier / have better WLB / move to a LCOL / spend more time with their SO

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Pay cut. I’m happier than I was at my previous firm!

I’m 22. In a LCOL for reference. Wasn’t really much of a difference. Worth it for me

I took a small cut (5K) a couple of years ago and absolutely, never, ever regretted it. Pretty sure the improved WLB has added a year or six to my life expectancy

I have not, but always thought about it. PA to Govt/low stress job my friends have.

No because I’m not a fruit

I took a big pay raise to have a better WLB and potentially move to a LCOL in the future.

You can have the best of both worlds.

Of course.

Took a 30k cut for more WLB, I’m 25. What’s the point in making all that money when I had no time to spend it? I’m in NYC

How much is the cut and how old are you? It’s def easier to do when you’re younger, if you have dependents I may not give you the same advice.

Look into your budget but if you could make it work, I’d 10/10 be behind it. Good luck! Hope you get the D offer !

I definitely would, and thought I did, leaving FT to go freelance. 6 mos in I've already earned my whole salary from last year...moral of the story, things don't always turn out the way you think...what might seem like a step back could end up being an opportunity in near or long term

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🙋‍♀️took a huge pay cut to work from home with flexibility. Has been a great decision

I took a 40k paycut in LCOL market. Cut out 300 work hours a year in exchange and don't regret it.

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