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job lossCareer Anxiety
#RI-6a6b1594·8 months ago·
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Invest too much personal worth in job

Made mistakes at work, fear of losing job due to past trauma

What I wish I knew
"Recognize value beyond job and manage anxiety"
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't tie self-worth to a single job or outcome"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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