[penaazv]

The former does sound like one of those classic workplace complacency or just complacency situations for that matter.

> cut off a lot of areas I was enjoying working in and removed my room for growth

These are legitimate concerns.

For the latter, if something pairs more with your interests, it is far more likely to make you feel more content personally and professionally. Especially if you enjoy hands on working over being in a leadership/ managerial position, it looks like a good opportunity to switch.

Saving commute time and energy isn't a bad trade-off, too.

About the worry about making a feeling-based decision - there's a quote that says "All decisions are emotional."

In other words, anything that brings unfamiliarity is bound to be temporarily uncomfortable.

(Come to think of it, the stakes are still much lower with a team switch)

All the best!