I quit my previous job and took a 20k pay cut so I don’t have to work under a psychotic boss who liked to mistreat and humiliate people. Dignity first, money second.

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I took a slight paycut to leave a terrible boss. I don’t regret it. My best advise is, when it becomes feasible, live below your means so you can always jump ship. Mental health > money always.

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I took a lateral move to do the same. Worth it at first.

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You’re very blessed to be able to afford to put your dignity first. Alas… I’m not as fortunate.

It might take a while but you can do it too. I won’t lie: I miss the money, but I don’t miss the abuse at all.

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