did you ever quit your job and took a new one where you made say $10-15k less?

[ka jowct]

I got laid off, before I could bail out. Scary as heck, but making 30-40% less doing what I do now has mostly been worth it. Definitely worth it, in terms of general satisfaction. I think if my only option were to go back to a regular gig, I'd consider opting out of life.