careerUncertainty
#RI-69ba6759·3 months ago·
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“Follow parents' expectations”
What Actually Happened
I'm stuck in a dead-end job, unhappy and unfulfilled
What I wish I knew
"I wish I knew my own strengths and passions"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't be afraid to take risks and explore your own path"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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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