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career changeBurnout
#RI-69d77dc7·5 months ago·
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Seeking a stable life outside of teaching

Teaching is emotionally draining and unsustainable for me

What I wish I knew
"I should have prioritized my well-being earlier"
If I could tell you one thing
"Explore careers with good work-life balance and solid pay before getting burned out"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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