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To do a job that I'm over qualified for?

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Turquoisegreenshining · 16/05/2015 15:30

Much more to it than the title so please don't assume it's a stealth boast.

In my area of expertise that I hold a professional qualification in, I come across ambitious, attractive and confident women who are good at their jobs but also have strong relationships, property, come from wealthy backgrounds, are successful in every area of their lives.

I unfortunately am not conventionally attractive. Outside of work my life is dysfunctional and chaotic. I always feel scruffy and messy as opposed to groomed and sleek.

In short, my working day (so obviously a significant amount of time) is spent disliking myself and comparing myself to these people.

So - wibu I resign? I have the opportunity to do a paid role in a capacity I have volunteered for in the past although it isn't as much money.

OP posts:
bellathebluebell · 20/05/2015 10:11

You're just in the wrong place. Nothing wrong with being a bohemian hippy and nothing wrong being a supermodel type with a fancy handbag. However, if you are a hippy in a sea of supermodels then it's understandable to feel lost and spend your whole life comparing yourself.

What are your strengths? What are you good at? Work out who you are and find a workplace that values those qualities. If you are kind and a good listener then there is no point in working as a trader in the City IYSWIM...

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