careerBurnout
#RI-69ba68e2·3 months ago·
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“Feeling burnt out after 18 years in tech”
What Actually Happened
Felt overwhelmed by repetitive work, tech debt, and AI pressure
What I wish I knew
"To prioritize self-care and learning at my own pace"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Take breaks and prioritize well-being before burnout sets in"
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Advice for Someone Facing This
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career Category
2,635
career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.6/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
41%
of career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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