careerJob search
#RI-6a6afe67·6 months ago·
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“Chasing a job has ruined me”
What Actually Happened
Job search caused extreme stress, hallucinations, and mood swings. I was forced to work long hours without training and was blamed for talking at work.
What I wish I knew
"The job search process can have severe mental health consequences"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Prioritize mental health and consider alternative career paths if job searching is causing excessive stress"
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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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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