I have defintely noticed that over the last few years it has become a downword trend with various pilots ive worked with comparing their aviation career in a "SIZE" related thing. The moneys certainly reduced with increased work and the jobmarket competition has in some cases come down to "stabbing" in the back or spreading rumours.
Ive got many years left if I want it. Im not sure if I do.
Its a great vocation not JUST a job.
Ciao