Changing careers at 11 years into a job, is it realistic? (update)

My layoff made me rethink whether to stay in my field. It has been weighing on me all week. My family is supportive but nervous. Did you take a pay cut?

I began with informational chats, then a short online course, then a related entry-level role. It took about 9 months.

You likely have more transferable skills than you think. Write down what you did, not what the job title said.