I find myself in a crappy work situation. The problem is two fold, one- the commute is ridiculous (think 6 to 7 hour round trip in car which I do 2 or three days a week). I knew it would be bad when I took role, but not that bad (told only needed there 2 days a week and trip should be 3-4 hour round trip but M25 is so bloody awful).
Two- my boss is awful. Never thanks you for anything, emotional intelligence is zero, expects me to be in all time even though agreed only 2 days a week, picks on one item like a scab and ignores the 300 plates me (and all his team) are spinning. He rants and raves at me (not criticising my work but rather that of my team. Their HR practices are shocking. I start dreading Monday morning on Saturday afternoon, which to me seems no way to live.
I need a job/ money, but do have savings which would keep us going a few months. But know it might not be so easy to get another job when unemployed. And should maybe stay and look for something while I'm there, but there aren't enough hours in the day. On the days I travel to the office it's a 14-15 hour day. I just don't think I can stick it anymore. It's seriously effecting my health, mentally and physically.
If really appreciate some outside perspectives? Just based on the above? I feel like if someone told me this I'd say your bloody mad, get out! But then I get sucked into the salary and the fear I'll look like a failure if I give up? Ps I have a 3 year old. I'm trying to 'have it all' and failing miserably.