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#RI-6adf4a30·about 2 months ago·
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“left industrial jobs for mental health”

experienced workplace drama, racism, and stress that led to burnout

What I wish I knew
"whether a different career would address mental health issues"
If I could tell you one thing
"consider mental health before returning to stressful work"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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