Friday, December 16, 2005
I quit
I quit my job. Last week was my last week. I have been home doing all sorts of things and trying to be productive. Life gets squirrely sometimes and I needed a break from the internet for a time. Also, my career has really thrown me into a bit of a stupor the last 2 1/2 years. I finally realized that instead of just sucking it up everyday and being miserable I needed to change my path. So I am not working at the moment. I am applying for different jobs but my heart does not seem to be in it at the moment. My husband is really disappointed because I left a firm that was really good, the whole package. Unfortunately there was no lateral move for me within that firm so I left. Hubby is being supportive and we are financially ok for the moment. However, I am feeling like maybe I should have just sucked it up, kept going blah blah blah. Everyone hates their jobs at some point, no job is perfect and we all have to do things we don't like or enjoy at times. My insecurities have started to leak through and I have been feeling as though I won't come through this happier.
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{{hugs}} Jen. You did what a lot of people only dream about doing. Life is too short to spend it doing something you dislike that much. I am sure you will be happier where you land next, and if not, well, it was still a learning experience. Hang in there.
It's amazing how often we tie our self-worth to the job we do. I hope the right thing comes along for you - whatever that may be.
Until then, you'll remain in my thoughts.
It takes more strength and courage to change your path than it does to show up every day and work a job that sucks the life out of you. You should be doing a celebratory jig!
I might be losing my job soon. Lay-offs. I don't mind my job, so this is not a happy thing.
Jen -- you rock. I have so much respect for people who take steps to change their lives for the better instead of going through the miserable motions everyday just because it's easier not to change. Congrats, and best of luck on the next step.
Jen,
I envy you for having the guts to do what makes you happy. I'm one of the ones stuck in a rut.
Stay strong and do what makes ya happy.
The fact that you were unhappy and did something about it shows more stregth and courage on your part than most people dare to dream of. If your heart is not in looking for a new job, give it a few days. The last thing you want to do is start a new job on the wrong foot. Best of luck to you, you are in my thoughts!
Goddamn, girl! I'm sooooo like you it kills me. Up to the point where you had the guts to make the leap. I always find an excuse at the ready when it comes to making the big decisions, I have a six-pack of 'em on my hip at all times! For example: Why won't I start grad school? (Too busy with the kids, too busy with work, professors are egotistical dorks, don't want to add more burden to my burdened wife, I have terrible study habits and don't want to waste the investment, at 39 years old I STILL don't know what I want to do.)
Everything happens for a reason and I just know that you will find that new job when the right one comes along! Wait until after the holidays if your hearts not in it right now.
The kiddos will enjoy the time with their mom and you will get the break it sounds like you very much need.
Jen ~ Congratulations are in order. As you know, I quit my day job in November. And even though I have yet to bring home a pay cheque - I'm happier/more satisfied than I've ever been. It's such a damn waste to spend your life doing something that is so uninspiring and unrewarding that you take absolutely nothing from it. My job was "good", and I gave it my all - but it just didn't give me anything in return. It's perfectly natural to not want to jump right back into it. Take the time to find something you really want to do. I have no doubt you will succeed. So Congratulations, Jen! Today is the first day of the rest of your life! Best of luck to you!
~ EmRB
Do you know how great you peeps are?!!! Thank you so much. I have felt like crying the last 2 days and I come here and find such wonderful thoughts and support. I cannot thank you enough for what you have done for me today!
Good for you. I wish you well in your new endevours.
I am a fig tree . . . I think the description is actually right on.
Ben O.
I just want to repeat what mm said and offer more *hugs*
*hugs* You wouldn't have left if you really weren't ready to do so. Sometimes I wish I had the guts to move on from things that aren't making me happy. I'm much too apathetic when it comes to things like that. Good for you.
Hmm,
that is a tough spot.
I agree with you though, happiness is an important thing.
Best of luck with the next job!
I'm so sorry to hear that you are down Jen. It takes guts to leave like you did. Now it's time to follow your heart and find that job that will make you happy. It's not impossible, and for the record, I kind of like my job. It's tricky finding out what it is we really want out of life, which is funny, because as kids we seemed to have it pegged. The pressure of raising a family and all the responsibilities it entails makes it hard to see so clearly. I learned to appreciate what it is I do, but I always wanted to be an actor or a mad inventor. A friend of mine has a lot of money saved but keeps programming even though he hates it, and I feel like hitting him over the head. He could take any path he wants and he stays with the status quo. My advice to you is to dig deep and dig quickly, and make a move that will satisfy you. Obviously you want something different, so don't waste time looking back. You did this for a reason.
i think u did a good thing, and as long as your are ok with money and hubby is supportive- then it was a good time. life is too short to be miserable in any area in our lives. maybe after the holidays there will be less distraction and you can re-engergize to focus on getting something you've been looking for! good luck. :)
Best of luck on the change of pace/secenery.
Well, I hope you made the right decision. Everyone hates their job at some point. If you have something else lined up, then you probably did the right thing.
I up and left my last job because I hated it, and they underpaid me by a lot. Got exactly what I wanted with the next job.
Best of luck to you. I hope it turns out good.
Suck it up, girl. Yule be fine. Take a few days to just relax before looking for the great job you want. Yule find it. Remember, you were looking for a job when you found the last one.
*smooch*
Just stopping in to wish you a wonderful Holiday time.
I haven't seen you around in a long time, and I miss the brightness you add to my day. I know you'll get your life on track. See you when you get back. Have a great Christmas.
I hope you have a very Merry Christmas. I miss you too.
Jen... you did the right thing.
How do I know? Because you did what you felt you had to do... Life never gets much more 'right' than that!
You'll find something... even if it's flippin burgers in the short run.... eventually the next path will be very clear!
I hope you, and your family, have a very Merry Christmas!!
{{hugs}}
It takes a lot of courage to make such a change. I am confident that things will work out for you, because you will make it happen.
I have to agree with what I've seen here. It takes a lot of courage to do what you've done!
You know, once long ago I was working at a Milestones Restaurant as a cook. I knew I hated my job, but one day I was in the back cutting potatoes and I thought to myself, "if I just cut my thumb with this knife and start bleeding everywhere, I don't have to be here anymore."
That was pretty much when I knew it was time to move on.
Good luck in your future endeavours!
I've missed you. Positive vibes headed your way for a great change in 2006!
Awww, I think that you did the right thing. It's so easy to second guess these things, but you made the right decision.
I definitely have to keep up with my friends better. I'm sorry Minnie but you really did do the best thing. Sometimes you have to make what may seem like a rash decision to get yourself heading in the direction you know is right for you. I'm glad you did it.
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