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burnoutMental Demands
#RI-69a9083d·about 2 months ago·
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took 3 weeks of PTO

felt completely burned out after PTO, still exhausted and disconnected from job

What I wish I knew
"longer break or job change might have helped"
If I could tell you one thing
"take care of mental health and seek help when needed"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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burnout Category
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