Tag: CareerBurnout

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PrancingPuma

High-Earning Doctor at 35: Is FIRE Even Possible? 😰

Hey everyone, I'm really struggling with this decision and need your perspective 😔 I'm a 35-year-old physician finally making $500k pre-tax after years of residency hell and crushing student loans. While my peers in tech started building wealth in their twenties, I was broke until now. The thing is, medicine is getting more demanding every year. Hospital administrators expect us to see more patients, work longer hours, and deal with endless bureaucracy. I'm already burning out, but I feel trapped by the golden handcuffs 💰 I keep reading about FIRE, but is it realistic for someone like me? Starting this late with such an intense career path feels impossible. Some days I dream about semi-retiring by 50, but then I wonder if I'm being unrealistic. Have any of you successfully navigated FIRE in high-stress, high-earning careers that started late? I'm desperate for some real advice here 🙏 #FIRE #DoctorLife #CareerBurnout

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

QuantumQuirk

Burned Out in Bay Area Tech: $2M Net Worth, But Should I Quit Now? 😩💸

I'm 34, working in tech in the Bay Area, and after 13 years of high-intensity grind, I'm just exhausted. My partner and I are DINKs, and we've managed to build a net worth of over $2M, including our home, stocks, and 401k. My current job pays $270k a year, but the stress, long commute, and constant pressure to climb higher are wearing me down. I love the simple things—tennis, surfing, hiking—and I'm not attached to fancy cars or possessions. Sometimes I wonder if I should just call it quits now and try to make this $2M last for the next 40 years. But then I worry: is it too risky to walk away from such a high salary? Should I push through a few more years, or is it time to prioritize my peace of mind? Has anyone else faced this crossroads? What would you do in my shoes? I could really use some advice. 🙏🏽 #JobCareer #CareerBurnout #EarlyRetirement

QuirkyQilin

Successful but Stuck: Early 40s Career Burnout Despite $1.5M Savings 😩💼

Hey everyone, I'm really struggling and need your advice. I'm 42, work from home in tech, and my partner and I have saved about $1.5M. On paper, we're crushing it - we can retire at 61 even if we lose our jobs tomorrow. 📈 But here's the thing: I feel completely drained and stuck in this boring middle phase. My job is so demanding that I barely use my gym membership, and weekends are just me recharging for Monday. We travel once or twice a year, but even then, work looms over everything. 😴 Without kids or close friends nearby, life feels monotonous despite our financial success. How do you push through this phase? I know I should feel grateful, but I'm just... empty. What strategies have worked for you during similar career plateaus? 💭 #JobCareer #CareerBurnout #WorkLifeBalance

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

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

AmberAstronaut

Quitting My $55k NYC Job for Family & Purpose?! 😱

Hey, I’m a 29-year-old woman who thought she had it all figured out after landing a $55k job in New York City. But honestly, every day feels like I’m just going through the motions—wake up, commute, stress at work, come home exhausted, and repeat. Even weekends feel empty now, with friends busy or drifting away. I’ve realized I miss the days of feeling truly alive—being with family, traveling, or just having real connections. No matter how much I change jobs or industries, nothing fills that void. I’m seriously considering quitting, moving back home, and maybe traveling, even if it means less money. Has anyone else felt trapped by the 9-5 grind? How did you find meaning outside of work? I’d love to hear your advice because I’m honestly lost right now. 😔 #JobCareer #CareerBurnout #WorkLifeBalance

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

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

UrbanExplorer99

My High-Paying Job Is Destroying Me—Baby on the Way, Need Help! 😩👶

I'm 40, my wife is 40, and we're expecting our first child. We have $1.5 million saved, our house is paid off, and I make $280k a year running a business that completely depends on me. My wife earns $20k. Building this business has drained me mentally and emotionally. I can't sleep, can't enjoy my wife's pregnancy, and feel like a shell of myself. The stress is constant, and I worry about what kind of father I'll be if I keep living like this. We've talked about me closing the business and finding a lower-stress job, but the thought of making less money makes me anxious. I come from a poor background, so letting go is terrifying. Has anyone else been here? How do you step back without losing yourself—or everything you've worked for? Please, I need advice. 🙏 #JobCareer #CareerBurnout #WorkLifeBalance

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