Sure, tech is a relatively privileged career. Doesn't mean "Corporate hellhole" isn't a thing though ;). So don't feel guilty. :) The 50-60% pay cut far less stress jobs DO exist, but more in the public sector e:g government, academia. Even being a IT tech for a high school or something might be fine if you've nice people to work with and never get told "m'kay, yeah I'm gonna need you to come in on sunday, too". (or at least not without a day off in lieu in the week). Consider also, go be a ski bum in a McJob at a ski resort for a season or two. That's a break from tech, nice change of scene and fun times, but you still get paid something, so, maybe don't build up debts meanwhile. The Q then is can you get back into tech later after such a break, if you want. Which maybe depends on a few unpredictable factors. Back in the day I did that and many others here on HN have. Good luck :)
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