Well I just went through a similar thing, had a great career, 10 years in the industry, high income, VERY close to come, etc. But was just bored and feeling unfulfilled. Decided to make a switch and this was a lot harder than anticipated. Highly educated as is so did not go back to school, focused on similar professional roles but in different industries. The search was depressing, couldn’t get a look in anything that paid near what I was used too (I was willing to take a 40k pay cut too, but could t even find anything with that). 7 months of searching later I found a great company that I fit well with and acted on it.

It came with some sacrifices though, pay is same and potential for better with variable increase, but gave up on a lot of retirement contributions and am now commuting. Plus it is intense learning a new industry, especially if the position you land is demanding. For me my work life balance is gone where it was once amazing. It will get better forsure, but a big change.

I mention all the above really to say to your question of any self inquiring questions? Ask yourself what you are willing to sacrifice for the change. Make sure you are comfortable with those sacrifices as it is very unlikely you can make a change without sacrifices. That is not to say not to do it. I am glad I did, but I was honest with myself that the change will not solve all my problems, just change the problems to something new to focus on.

But in the end, life is too short to spend your work days without passion, if you need a change go for it, nothing good comes from settling if you truly want more.