When I tell people I quit my job that mistreated me, initially they are happy and are supportive. But when they find out I don’t have another job, suddenly I’m making the wrong choice and should stay there until I have another job lined up.
I have been overworked these last 2 years at this company. I have put up with mental abuse from my manager. I took it to upper management, they really didn’t care, and did nothing about it since it wasn’t on paper. I was sick of the mind games, and feeling worthless when I couldn’t reach the impossible goals they set for me. So I gave my notice and told them I was done.
So why is it necessary for me to jump right back into working? I have so much money saved up, why am I not supposed to take a break? Why is it wrong to give myself time to heal? Coworkers, friends, and family have all laughed when I told them I won’t have a job. Am I really making the wrong choice?