45 years relentless work

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FireflyJar · 21/07/2023 08:41

I've worked for the last 45 years all through 3 children - never stopping once. Woke up today and just thought, I've had enough. I have 1 year of small mortgage left, I hate my job and want to leave and never work again. AIBU to resign and live off my savings of £15k for a few years till my mortgage kicks in?
Can I survive on this wage? I jußt can't do another 5 years - I'm burnt out.
How much do I even need to live on? Am I mad to even think it?

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FireflyJar · 21/07/2023 08:45

God no I wouldn't ask for help!!
I just want to recharge. How would a break in work look on a CV?

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TheBlinkOfAnEye · 21/07/2023 08:45

I know someone who resigned their long career and spent the last few years doing a job for satisfaction only. Is this an option for you? It will give you some income and maybe the change you need. Five years seems like a good window for that kind of move.

BrightLightTonight · 21/07/2023 08:45

I know exactly how you feel. I worked 47 years and am exhausted. I have recently downsized and am mortgage free. Also now going part time, with a view to stopping completely in the next 12-18 months.

FrenchandSaunders · 21/07/2023 08:44

£15K won’t go far even without a mortgage!

orangeleavesinautumn · 21/07/2023 08:43

start job hunting and find something different. You need an income! You wont be entitled to any help if you have resigned

OnlyYellowRoses · 21/07/2023 08:42

Why don't you find a different job?

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