I have a master’s degree and a professional license in my field, but all I can do is think about my life back when when I was a receptionist at a small office and making copies and greeting visitors. My current job is so mentally taxing and I’m thinking about it even when I’m not at work.
People look at me funny when I tell them I just want a simple life with an easy low stress meaningless job to pay the bills (ideally flexible jobs where I don’t have a boss breathing down my neck) and then I can go home and have the energy to enjoy things I actually care about. They call me unambitious or say that I’m wasting my potential. But really, my “career” has just never been something that has been a top priority for me. I’d much rather spend my time with loved ones and reading books. What’s so bad about that?!