I've been working at a job for a little over 2 months.

Anonymous

October 13,2021 at 6:19AM UTC

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I've been working at a job for a little over 2 months. It is a career change for me. I find am stressed out almost constantly during my workday and when I'm not at work I dread when I have to go back. Its having a negative effect on my mental health as well. I don't want to leave a job so soon, for multiple reasons- and I feel like I could really love this job if certain circumstances were different. How do I know when it is time to give up?

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AnonymousOctober 13,2021 at 10:25AM UTC
I'm sorry you're struggling! Without knowing the details...you say that "if the circumstances were different," you'd love the job. What is it about the circumstances that doesn't work for you and can you change something? Or, can you see this job as a stepping stone into another position or organization?
Definitely take care of your mental health and don't stay just because. If you step back and look at the big picture, what are the pros and cons of staying vs leaving? Good luck and perhaps someone one in this network has experience helping situations like yours.
AnonymousOctober 14,2021 at 4:24PM UTC
Do you have control over those circumstances? If you do then you should definitely try and change them so that you enjoy your job. But if you don't, then it may be worth just putting your resume out there. Your mental health is important and if you're constantly stressed it can lead to real consequences not only on your mental health, but on your physical health as well.
Carmelita ErvinOctober 19,2021 at 5:51PM UTC
Your mental health should be number one. Without a healthy outlook, then you will continue to struggle. If the negative circumstances can be addressed, then make a list and start there. Small changes could improve your over mental outlook on the situation. Can you talk to someone regarding the job before you totally give up on something that you might enjoy? Try to exhaust all options before leaving. But don't take your mental health for granted.