CareerMidlife Crisis
#RI-69ba6766·5 months ago·
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“Seeking a fulfilling career path”
What Actually Happened
Spent 20 years doing unfulfilling work due to prioritizing enjoyment over stability
What I wish I knew
"Follow a concrete plan to achieve long-term goals"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Consider a career that aligns with your values and strengths"
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
6,107
Career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.7/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
44%
of Career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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