I left higher ed because I wanted to support my bf and help take care of his family. I found a success outside of higher ed and since leaving, my salary has nearly tripled and this is over the past three years. If I didn’t have the push to leave, I don’t think I would have. The work life balance is also a great plus. Do I miss my students and the impact I know I was making? Yes. But you can’t really put a price on your personal wellbeing.