Quote Originally Posted by acesn8tz
I am not really bankrolled to play the level where I would like.
You just answered your own questions right here.

Quote Originally Posted by acesn8tz
My concern is that if I move down and things turn around, I'll still be behind because the winnings at a lower level will not compensate for my losses at a higher level.
...and the alternative would be? Not moving down and continue losing big stacks!? How will losing even more money compensate?

I believe you deep down know that you shouldnt be playing out of your bankroll, but you "hope" to "get lucky" and win what youve lost back fast and easy. But thats not thinking long term. All the good players who know what they are talking about keep emphasizing that poker is long term.
So unless you plan to just play the game for one more night and thats it, move down.

If youre still not sure what to do, move down while you think about it :>