Changing careers at 14 years into a job, is it realistic? - any advice?

After 14 years as a barista I am thinking about moving into a different field. My family is supportive but nervous. Did you take a pay cut?

I took a small pay cut for a year, and it was worth it for the growth afterwards.

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