Burnout 'Should I Stay or Go'

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I got a job post covid after not working over this time happy and started in admin then got promoted in the healthcare industry . After promotion noticed that the environment was demanded but thought yes can deal manage this role and committed myself. Then became aware of what a toxic environment was the manager began to shout loudly as an tasks allocated to me and when finised would say I don't believe you anyway. Why am I still there after 1 year because my son is invested in archery which I pay for and don't want to let his hobbie dwindle as he loves it. But at the same I am always tired can work 4 even 5 hours over my shift. Am 52 and asking myself am I too old to walk away and start fresh?

I'm sorry you're going through this. Honestly I'd go, while your sons hobby is of course important, making yourself miserable in a job you hate isn't the answer.

Eventually he'll notice your unhappiness if he hasn't already.

We spend too much time at work to be left feeling like this! I'd head out the door and work on finding something new ASAP.

Good luck!

Thank you so much FlakyAquaQuoter needed these words and yes my son has noticed

Hi, I’m really sorry you’re in this situation, I’m in a very similar position (had a previous thread a few months ago) and haven’t found the courage to leave yet.

I’d say if this is how you’re feeling and your son has noticed, you have to leave. But we all have financial commitments, so make a plan with timelines or try and find another job to tide you over to move to. I know this is easier said than done though, being in a similar position. When you’re feeling overwhelmed and burnt out it is really difficult to find the energy to move straight to another job.

No amazing advice I’m afraid but solidarity from someone going through the same.

Was thinking of you today. How did it go?

Sorry... wrong post! My comment for this one was to check in and see how you were doing.

OP why not look for a similar role somewhere else? Did I miss something? A lovely job is out there for you, not everywhere is as awful as this.

so nice to know I'm not alone all welcome am not a risk taker and put in 100% but this time the steam train is has run out of coal so to speak and will look for some thing else. Thank you.

Dear CholeR81 , I have totally found solidarity in your words after questioning my self how cna I make it work , what can I do differently and rewinding the record .appreciate your advise and hope your situation changes and you the courage ane opportunity knock on your door.