How many top quality guys and girls have lost thier jobs in aviation (in all departments) over the last couple of years? Far too many....
Spanish ATC is generally considered very well below average in Europe, whilst getting above average pay.
Why not TRY and show how fantastically well you do your job and therefore, deserve your pay? Are you able too??
If an engine goes bang for me at V1, I can't just unplug headset and walk away from my desk because I'm 'too stressed'.