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#RI-6a7aa77f·3 months ago·
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Lookback: several years

Applied for SSI/SSDI, kept working despite worsening health

Working made my chronic illness worse, now I'm bedbound and deep in debt

What I wish I knew
"I should've prioritized my health over work"
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't risk your health for a job, seek help early"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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