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#RI-6a0e918c·6 months ago·
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Pretending to look busy at work

I've been pretending to work for years, it's affecting my mental health

What I wish I knew
"Being honest about work completion is better"
If I could tell you one thing
"Communicate with your employer about work pace"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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