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SunnySnail

Is It Crazy to Quit a $100k Job I Can't Stand?

Five years ago, I started as an IT field tech, barely scraping by. Fast forward, and now I’m managing a warehouse, field techs, and a team of project coordinators, pulling in almost $100k. On paper, I’ve made it—new apartment, nice car, financial comfort. But every morning, I wake up dreading the day ahead. I love the project management and customer service parts of my job, but managing people has drained me. I used to care about my team’s struggles, but lately, I just want the work done so I can go home. It’s like I’m becoming the boss I swore I’d never be. I want to chase my passion for project management, even if it means a pay cut or moving to the West Coast. But guilt keeps me stuck—my company invested so much in me, and I feel like I’d be throwing it all away. Am I crazy for wanting out, or is it time to put my happiness first? Would love to hear your thoughts. 🤔💼 #CareerDilemma #WorkplaceStruggles #ProjectManagement #JobCareer

Is It Crazy to Quit a $100k Job I Can't Stand?
FunkyFlamingo

Is Every Job Really This Bad, or Is It Just Me? 🤔

Lately, I feel like I'm living in a sitcom where the punchline is always my misery at work. My boss seems to have made it their mission to micromanage every breath I take, and the office politics are so thick you could cut them with a knife. I keep asking myself: Are all jobs like this, or did I just hit the jackpot of terrible workplaces? It's easy to start believing that every job, every boss, and every office is just as toxic as this one. But deep down, I know that can't be true—right? I want to keep an open mind for my next opportunity, but honestly, I'm scared to trust that things could actually be better somewhere else. Has anyone else felt this way? How do you stay positive and keep moving forward when your current situation is so draining? I could really use some advice or encouragement right now. 🌱 #WorkplaceStruggles #CareerAdvice #StayPositive #JobCareer

Is Every Job Really This Bad, or Is It Just Me? 🤔
SummerSolstice

Fired for a $1,000 Mistake—Am I Just Not Cut Out for This?

I started working at a consulting firm in Chicago while juggling night classes at college. From day one, the office felt more like a silent library than a workplace—everyone glued to their screens, barely exchanging a word. The job demanded constant multitasking and laser-sharp focus, and honestly, I was drowning in responsibilities. Last Monday, I was left to handle everything alone because the person I replaced had already quit. Trying to keep up, I rushed through a data export and, in my exhaustion, deleted a file before double-checking. That mistake cost the company over $1,000. My supervisor told me no one had ever done something like this before, and just like that, I was out. Now, I can't stop questioning if I'm just not cut out for this kind of work. I hated every minute of it, but getting fired still stings. Has anyone else felt this lost after a mistake at work? How do you bounce back? 😔 #CareerAdvice #WorkplaceStruggles #JobLoss #JobCareer

Fired for a $1,000 Mistake—Am I Just Not Cut Out for This?
SerendipitySwan

Switched Careers at 27: From Teacher to New Beginnings! 😰➡️✨

Hey everyone, I’m Mia, 27, and I’ve been teaching in Jakarta for the past five years. Lately, I’ve been feeling stuck and overwhelmed by the endless workload, lack of appreciation, and the same daily routine. It’s starting to wear me down, and I’m questioning if this is really what I want for my future. 😔 I’m seriously considering switching careers, but the fear of starting over is real. I worry about leaving behind the stability and the students I care about. Has anyone else made a big career change at this age, especially in Indonesia? I’d love to hear your stories and any advice you have. I’m really hoping for some guidance because I feel lost right now. 🙏 Thanks for listening! #CareerChange #TeacherLife #WorkplaceStruggles #JobCareer #Career

Switched Careers at 27: From Teacher to New Beginnings! 😰➡️✨
EpicFable

Quitting Feels Like the Only Sanity Saver 😅

Ever felt like your job was slowly draining the life out of you? That was me, stuck in endless meetings that could've been emails, dealing with a boss who thought "urgent" meant "right now, even at midnight." I started waking up dreading Mondays—and honestly, every other day too. The constant pressure, office politics, and never-ending deadlines finally pushed me to the edge. I realized I was losing myself, and my mental health was taking a serious hit. So, I did the unthinkable: I quit. No backup plan, just a desperate need for a break. Now, I'm left wondering—was this brave or just reckless? Has anyone else taken a break for their sanity? How did you handle the fear and uncertainty? I could really use some advice right now. 🤔 #MentalHealthMatters #CareerBreak #WorkplaceStruggles #JobCareer

Quitting Feels Like the Only Sanity Saver 😅
HarmonicHaven

I'm Burnt Out at Every Job After 6 Months - Is Something Wrong With Me? 😔

Hey everyone, I really need some advice because I'm at my breaking point. 😞 I've been working for about 8 years now, and without fail, I get completely burnt out at every single job within 3-6 months. I've tried everything - remote customer service, office administration, retail management, even freelance graphic design. Right now I'm 5 months into a marketing assistant role and I'm already feeling that familiar dread. I'm on the autism spectrum, which means I get overwhelmed pretty easily. The constant meetings, deadlines, and social interactions just drain me completely. I've even taken medical leave twice in the past year. 😰 I'm starting to think maybe I'm just not cut out for traditional work, but I need income to survive. Has anyone else dealt with this? How do you push through when every job feels impossible? I'm desperate for any advice right now. 💭 #JobCareer #burnout #workplacestruggles

I'm Burnt Out at Every Job After 6 Months - Is Something Wrong With Me? 😔
BreezyBanshee

Is It Crazy to Quit Without a Backup Plan?

Every morning, I wake up with a pit in my stomach, dreading another day at my job as an interior designer. My boss seems to have made it her mission to make me feel incompetent—gaslighting me, offering zero support, and leaving me to flounder with hardly any training. I’m constantly second-guessing myself, wondering if I’m even cut out for this field anymore. The job market here is pretty dry, and everyone says it’s easier to find a job when you already have one. But how much misery is too much? I’m honestly considering quitting, picking up a part-time gig, and taking some courses to boost my skills. Am I being reckless, or is it just survival? I feel stuck and would love to hear if anyone else has been in my shoes. What would you do? 😩 #CareerAdvice #WorkplaceStruggles #JobSearch #JobCareer

Is It Crazy to Quit Without a Backup Plan?
SereneSerpent

Facing Age Gaps and a Toxic Office While Planning My Exit! 😩🏢

Lately, I've been feeling completely out of place at work. Most of my coworkers are much younger, and honestly, it makes me uncomfortable to admit I'm nearing the end of my career. The company has changed hands so many times, and the atmosphere has turned really negative. People are leaving left and right for better jobs, and it’s hard not to envy them. I’m planning to leave within the year, but I don’t want to tell anyone I’m retiring. I just don’t want to draw attention to my age or have awkward conversations. But I also don’t have another job lined up, so I’m not sure what to say when I give my notice. Has anyone else dealt with this? How did you handle it? I’d really appreciate some advice from anyone who’s been in my shoes. 🙏 #WorkplaceStruggles #CareerTransition #OfficeLife #JobCareer #Career

Facing Age Gaps and a Toxic Office While Planning My Exit! 😩🏢
ElectricEcho99

Getting Paid to Do Nothing

Ever find yourself getting paid well but feeling like a ghost in the office? That’s me right now. I started as a project administrator in a big Chicago firm, hoping to climb the ladder to project manager. But after a month, my days are spent pretending to work while my brain slowly turns to mush. I’ve tried hinting to my manager that I need more to do, but he just says things will get busy in July. Until then, I’m stuck running the same reports and staring at my screen, feeling useless and honestly, a little guilty. I worry that when July comes, I’ll either be drowning in work or still left out in the cold. So, what would you do? Stick it out and hope for the best, or start looking for a job that actually challenges you? I’m really torn and could use some advice. 😅🤔 #CareerDilemma #WorkplaceStruggles #CareerAdvice #JobCareer

Getting Paid to Do Nothing