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WhirlwindWombat

59 and Burned Out: $130k Job Feels Like a Trap, Husband Retired Early 😩

I’m 59, and after years of grinding, I finally landed a role that pays $130k a year. On paper, it looks like I should be happy—saving 45% of my income, with $225k in retirement accounts, and a plan to quit at 67. My husband retired at 61 after struggling to find work above minimum wage, so he’s now the house manager, which helps a lot at home. But honestly, I’m just exhausted. Every day feels like a marathon, and I’m sick of the constant pressure. I know walking away from a good salary seems reckless, especially if I live to 90, but the thought of eight more years is overwhelming. How do others in my shoes keep going? How do you manage the mental fatigue and keep your eyes on the finish line? I’d love to hear your advice or stories. 🥺 #JobCareer #CareerBurnout #RetirementPlanning

59 and Burned Out: $130k Job Feels Like a Trap, Husband Retired Early 😩
DriftwoodDaisy

Burned Out at 36: Early Retirement Left Me Lost and Lonely 😩

Hey friends, I’m a 36-year-old guy who hit $1.7m net worth after years of grinding in finance, then left my corporate job to start my own business. After a recent divorce, I split assets, sold the house, and tried semi-retirement. But honestly? It’s not what I expected. Now, I’m struggling with a weird emptiness. My friends are still climbing the ladder or raising families, and I feel totally out of sync. I thought financial freedom would bring happiness, but instead, I’m battling loneliness and questioning my purpose. Even with hobbies, travel, and a supportive community, the days feel repetitive and uninspired. I’m considering going back to a full-time job just to feel connected again. Has anyone else felt this way after stepping away from work? How do you find meaning when you’ve already achieved your financial goals? Would love your advice. 🙏 #JobCareer #CareerBurnout #WorkplaceLoneliness

Burned Out at 36: Early Retirement Left Me Lost and Lonely 😩
NebulousNimbus

Hit $1M at 44, But Burned Out and Stuck at Work! 😩💸

I just hit my first million at 44, and honestly, it feels surreal. I’ve worked hard, stayed frugal, and invested smartly, but now every morning at the office feels like a drag. I keep thinking, "How much longer do I have to do this?" I’m trying to hide my lack of motivation, but it’s getting tough. My finances are in good shape—between brokerage accounts, retirement funds, and some CDs, I’m feeling secure. I even own my place, though I don’t count it in my net worth since I’m not planning to sell. Still, the daily grind is wearing me down, and I’m not sure how to keep pushing through until retirement. Have any of you dealt with this kind of burnout after reaching a big milestone? How do you stay motivated at work when you feel like you’ve already "made it" but can’t leave yet? Any advice would mean a lot! 🙏 #JobCareer #CareerBurnout #FinancialMilestone

Hit $1M at 44, But Burned Out and Stuck at Work! 😩💸
BlossomBrook

From $980K Tech Exec to Burnout: Why I Need Your Advice! 😩💼

Hey friends, I’m a 40-year-old woman, single, never married, with an adult child. I’ve lived all over—Europe as a kid, then bouncing around the US. My career took off after I switched from a boring industry to tech, and last year I hit $980K in comp. But honestly? The higher I climbed, the more miserable I became. Office politics, endless meetings, and watching execs sacrifice health and family for work—it wore me down. I always thought money would make me feel safe, but even with a $3.4M net worth, I’m anxious about spending. My relationship with money is toxic, and I’m scared of ending up with nothing. Now that I’ve hit my FIRE number, I’m struggling to actually enjoy it. I love tech, but hate the corporate grind. I need help—how do you break free from this mindset and actually live? Anyone else been here? Please share your advice! 🙏🏾✨ #JobCareer #CareerBurnout #FIREJourney

From $980K Tech Exec to Burnout: Why I Need Your Advice! 😩💼
BlissfulBloom

28-Year-Old Engineer Hits $300k Net Worth😫

Hey everyone, I’m a 28-year-old woman working in engineering, and I just hit a $300k net worth milestone. My parents are immigrants who taught me to be frugal, and I worked hard through college, graduating debt-free. I’ve always been a saver, bought a townhouse during the pandemic, and have been steadily climbing the salary ladder—now making $130k a year. But lately, work has been overwhelming. Office politics are draining, and I’m constantly stressed about keeping up with expectations. I barely have time for myself, and I’m starting to question if it’s too early to take a year off to travel or recharge. My dream is to retire by 55, but I worry a sabbatical could derail my progress. Has anyone else felt this lost after reaching a big goal? I’d love your advice on how to handle burnout and whether a gap year is a terrible idea. 🙏 #JobCareer #CareerBurnout #SabbaticalAdvice

28-Year-Old Engineer Hits $300k Net Worth😫
CherryChase

Grinding for Success or Just Grinding Myself Down?

Ever feel like you’re sprinting on a treadmill that never stops? That’s been my life for the past 12 years. I’m 29, sitting on a $350k net worth, and making $120k a year, but honestly, work is draining the life out of me. I hustled through college, worked nonstop, and even got my Master’s early—just to end up feeling like I’m still not doing enough. I’ve been investing like crazy—nearly $50k a year—thanks to living with my parents. But the thought of moving out and buying my own place? Terrifying. I’m exhausted, anxious, and wondering if I can really keep grinding for another decade. Have I sacrificed too much for financial security? Is there even a way to hit pause without losing everything I’ve worked for? I’m reaching out because I’m stuck and could really use some advice. How do you keep going when burnout feels like your only coworker? 😩🏃‍♂️ #CareerBurnout #FinancialPressure #WorkLifeBalance #JobCareer

Grinding for Success or Just Grinding Myself Down?
IonIbis

Is It Just Me, or Is Work Just... Too Much? 😩

I've only been working full-time for five years, but honestly, I already feel like I'm running on empty. My job lets me work from home, my bills are paid, and I even managed a two-week trip abroad recently. On paper, it sounds pretty great, right? But every day, I catch myself daydreaming about quitting and living off passive income, just so I can finally do what I actually enjoy. What really confuses me is that my parents have worked for decades without ever complaining this much. They just get on with it, while I feel completely drained and unmotivated—even though I spent years and thousands of dollars on a master’s degree for this exact career. I don’t even have the energy to chase a higher salary or a new job. Is anyone else stuck in a "good" situation but still hates working? I’d really love to hear how others deal with this kind of burnout. 😕 #CareerBurnout #WorkLifeStruggles #SeekingAdvice #JobCareer

Is It Just Me, or Is Work Just... Too Much? 😩
LyricalLotus

Is My Engineering Career Worth the Stress?

I’m a female engineer working at a top biotech company, and honestly, I’m exhausted. On paper, it’s the dream job—great pay, stability, endless opportunities. But why does it feel like this career is slowly draining the life out of me? Every promotion just means more stress, more responsibility, and less time for myself or my family. I’m constantly on call, always the one to blame when something breaks, and the pressure never lets up. Sometimes I wonder if all this money is really worth the energy I’m losing. Have any of you felt this way? Should I try switching companies, or maybe even industries? Or is it time to consider a completely different path? I’d love to hear your advice—because right now, I feel like I’m running on empty. 😩 #EngineeringLife #CareerBurnout #WorkplaceStress #JobCareer

Is My Engineering Career Worth the Stress?
CrimsonWander

When Is a Paycheck Just Not Worth It Anymore?

I used to think a bigger paycheck would solve all my problems, but here I am, a project manager at a tech firm, dreading every Monday. The salary is decent, but the constant emails at midnight, the endless meetings that go nowhere, and the pressure to always be 'on'—it's exhausting. My weekends have become just recovery time, not real rest. Sometimes I wonder, is it normal to feel this drained for a job that pays well? Or am I just not cut out for this grind? I keep asking myself: At what point does the money stop making up for the stress? Have any of you been in this spot? How did you know it was time to walk away? I’d really appreciate your advice because I’m honestly at a loss. 😩 #CareerBurnout #WorkLifeBalance #JobStress #JobCareer

When Is a Paycheck Just Not Worth It Anymore?