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- Three high-earners quit six-figure jobs to prioritize their mental health.
- They struggled to manage high-pressure workdays and lack of support.
- They found new careers that offer flexibility and better work-life balance.
Six-figure salaries can come with extremely demanding workloads and higher stakes. This can feel unmanageable without a supportive work environment, and in some cases, employees are left to choose between their paycheck or their mental health.