A lot of posts are from people claiming victory in leaving on their own terms: good for them (and I mean it). But there is something to be said for 'hanging in there' if the circumstances warrant it. For example, I was in my mid 50's and sensed the third RA in my division would be coming my way this time around.
In the end I was right, but I had eked out about 4-5 years years of 'stable' employment before the RA. So it's a calculated risk. Do you jump ship and hope your skills are relevant, or do you pump as much money as you can into a pension/401k while it lasts? I suppose it partly comes down to pride. Leave when you want, or swallow the pride and game the system. I'm very happy in being able to last as long as I did, in full knowledge that it wouldn't last forever. I'm now semi-retired.
The old saying goes 'you can't predict the future but you can prepare for it'.
Whichever path you take, good luck.
Felt this was a post that deserves its own thread. Op is @Xfd9jfP-8zpt .