I landed a brand new job. Five months later, I quit.
I quit a major journalism job five months after starting it. I had no backup plan, but burnout convinced me something had to change.
I recently quit my job, just five months after taking on a new position. Courtesy of the author I had secured a promotion in a major publication, but the workload was overwhelming. I was extremely busy, only having one day off per week. My thoughts turned to the wedding that had happened just a month earlier. I had been so focused on planning the big day that I hadn't realized how exhausted I had become.
After the wedding, I knew I needed to make a change. My husband was incredibly supportive, but I also felt judged by some people. I had been relying on his income and was worried about how long my savings would last if I wasn't careful. I became obsessed with financial planning, but even then, I felt anxious and scared about the future.
Slowly, my anxiety faded and was replaced with determination. I have been able to pursue my passions through freelance work and travel. I am now healthier and happier than ever before. I am embracing the uncertainty of my future and the freedom it brings.
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