Honestly, that was the hardest part. Whatever happens now is out of my hands in terms of this job. I’ve spent 3 years being overworked and underpaid, and now I have an end date. I refuse to allow my life to be something that happens to me – I’m taking control of what I do and who I am.
I’m shitting bricks about not having an immediate next job, but I can’t even begin to explain how relieved I am. The cat and I (mostly me, he couldn’t care as long as he gets pets) are relaxed and content, and whatever comes next will be on my own terms. Just wanted to tell people – I hope everyone can have this level of relief and joy soon!!