I had a good paying job for 18 years that I just gave up 1 1/5 years ago. Making a little over half my previous pay but I don't regret it one bit. Making money is fine but when the thought of going into work makes you want to end yourself it just isn't worth it. Hated the job, hated the area I was working, hated the union I was in...everything about the job was bad except the pay check. My new job has been great overall and I am much happier now. The money is tight but I'll manage.
Agreed, a bad boss is toxic. It tried dealing with one for years because the pay was good, but it just made me miserable. The new job doesn't pay as much, but the people rock and I actually look forward to going. It's a weird feeling. Who the hell wants to go too work?
Whatever pays better