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Work or Unemployment?

Delightful

Work has been hideous for me my whole life.  All jobs are hell.

I am now 49, and even though I've managed to place myself into a very low stress, 4 day week job, it's still too much.  I'm burned out and had enough.  But I cannot retire for at least 8 years. Quitting work, however, especially without being eligible for benefits, would quickly put me into dure financial difficulties.  My physical and mental health is very poor and only going to deteriorate over time.

Has anyone else ever managed to find a solution to this problem?

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  • Hey there Delightful,

    I think what Lotus recommended with checking in with your doctor should be the first step.

    Also, would you be comfortable telling us what kind of work you do? Depending on what you do, maybe it is possible for you to ask your manager for reduced load or maybe a transfer to a new area. For example, if you work as a cashier for a retail business, perhaps working in the garden center would be a good change?

    It’s good that you are looking forward and are anticipating the potential collapse of your physical and mental health before it happens. Now is the best time to speak with your doctor and managers.

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  • Hey there Delightful,

    I think what Lotus recommended with checking in with your doctor should be the first step.

    Also, would you be comfortable telling us what kind of work you do? Depending on what you do, maybe it is possible for you to ask your manager for reduced load or maybe a transfer to a new area. For example, if you work as a cashier for a retail business, perhaps working in the garden center would be a good change?

    It’s good that you are looking forward and are anticipating the potential collapse of your physical and mental health before it happens. Now is the best time to speak with your doctor and managers.

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