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A sense of dread about getting a new job

Zoe777
Zoe777

Hello, 


I have been in the same, low level job for two years now, one from which many people move on, but I have convinced myself that I will regret leaving because I will not like the next job. Before I got into this industry, I was doing quite well in a different one than I took a third job that I had a feeling of dread about, and although I stayed over a year, it really led me down a depressed path and in trhe end left for a low paid low level job which I was happier in. I would like to be a bit more ambitious and look for something btter but I have a feeling of dread that I will repeat the past and go into depression.  Has anyone experienced thoughts like this?

jannytheresa
jannytheresa
Hi Zoe
I think that many people get stuck in a job because of
some irrational fear of leaving. I have every reason to leave my
job but the thought of doing so leads to a great deal of anxiety.
I don't have the answers as to how to get out of this rut, but
know that you're not alone
Zoe777
Zoe777
Thank you, it is always good to know that I am not alone with my struggles. :-)
MelT2020
MelT2020
I stayed at a job because it was comfortable for 13 years. Due to COVID budget cuts my entire department was terminated. I was actually relieved. I've been at my current job a little over a year and have started the job searching. It's human nature to want to continue to improve. Keep your options open and your resume up to date - so ready for better opportunities. I'm always exploring my options, even when I'm in a comfortable position.
Zoe777
Zoe777
I dont know, I am bored of my current job and the whether is making me feel sadder than usual. I made a note of the past few jobs I had and it seems like I am on a cycle, my first job was great because of the people but the money was rubbish and there was too much driving, the second job was better paid with less driving but the people were okay, not great and the third job was crappy people and too much work. I feel like I am repeating the cycle again, since the first job in healthcare was too much driving with great people and crappy money, the second job which I am in now is okay money, with okay people and very little driving, and I am honestly thinking I am going to repeat the same mistake when I get the third job..
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