I recently decided to switch jobs, even though the new role comes with a lower salary than my current position. My current job has been incredibly stressful, and I've been feeling overwhelmed as I'm essentially a one-man team. I realized that the stress and lack of support were costing me more than the pay difference. I took a close look at my finances, and I found that the new salary would still cover my rent and living expenses, with a bit left over for savings. I also plan to negotiate the offer a bit before accepting it, as the worst they can say is no. I'm hopeful that moving to a company with a better structure and a real team will set me up for greater opportunities in the future.