[wastedhours]

I had the opportunity to take a high stress, really well paid job at a successful company (tech in a professional services org, not a tech co, 60% more pay). They picked someone else after previous interviews, but approached me again after the other person moved up. They had this "we stay late" culture and I couldn't bring myself to take it.

For me, I took satisfaction from knowing I made that decision, and felt like I actually had control of my destiny somewhat.