I’m so tired of and angry at having to work unnecessary overtime everyday. I work at a job where overtime is mandatory and I need permission to go home. I’m told, that’s just how the work culture is in my country (Japan).
I always get my work done on time but I have to frequently wait half an hour or so waiting on permission to leave because for some reason my manager decides to tell me things the last minute.
I’ve found ways to work around this but it still happens pretty frequently and it stresses me out not knowing what time I can go home that day, and I can’t make ANY plans for after work.
I don’t think I’ve ever felt angry and sad so consistently, every single day.