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I get anxious and scared every time I change jobs. Am I being erratic?

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I get anxious and scared every time I change jobs. Am I being erratic? By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

This job is like a climber's rest during the journey. It is not the end, and there is no need to linger over it, indulging in its comforts.

At the beginning of the month, I was anxious and wanted to press the fast forward button to welcome the day I quit. Now that the date is approaching, I want to press the slow button again and think back on the benefits it has brought and how I am doing.

Every time I change jobs, I feel anxious, even though this job is planned to last as long as it suits me. But I feel like I'm going to lose a part of myself in this time.

Every morning, I get up early to make soy milk. I'm afraid of being late for work.

I have never had such an experience before. If I quit this job in the future, it seems that I will never be able to drink soy milk again.

And the soy milk can be squeezed at any time. I don't know what I'm regretting or reluctant to let go of.

There are thorns ahead, and I can't hide here. The future is full of unknowns, and I'm filled with fear, but I know I have to face it.

Mountaineers also can't rest for too long. But rest is necessary, and I'm even a little obsessed with not wanting to hurry.

Because in the future, I may be able to live such a comfortable and stable life, but it's not the right time yet. Doing this easy job with little pay every day is also an experience, and I know exactly what to do every day.

You know exactly what time you eat, what you do at what time, and what you do after work. It gives you a sense of structure, but it's not too rushed.

Vincent Vincent A total of 2883 people have been helped

Hello, questioner.

You want to quit your job, but you're afraid the next one won't be as easy. Every time you think about quitting, you feel anxious and fearful. I understand how you feel.

I also have this state of mind. I don't want to do this job and want to leave, but I also love the comfortable conditions that this job brings me. However, the disadvantages also make me want to leave all the time. When I want to leave, the voice inside me also tells me that I will not get a job that is easier than this one. In the end, I chose to keep doing this job in the midst of my dilemma.

I hope this will inspire you too.

[1] We must face an environment that we cannot control after being afraid of leaving.

For example, we are comfortable and relaxed now, but we also earn less. When we want to leave, we will think about whether we will earn more in a different place or whether the environment will be like the one in our previous job. We have no control over what kind of working environment we will choose, and in the end, we will feel fear and anxiety.

[2] You don't want to leave a comfortable environment, and you don't want to jump out of your comfort zone.

When we find ourselves in an environment for a long time, it takes courage to leave. It's like being addicted, including to pain. When we feel the feelings that pain brings us, it makes us feel safe, so we don't want to leave. This feeling releases dopamine. When we choose to leave, we give up this choice in the end.

[3] Think about your current feelings and state rationally.

In this situation, when we want to leave, we must look beyond our comfortable surroundings and consider our own abilities, skills, and whether the salary matches the value it brings us. We must rationally analyze what kind of work we need after resigning and what kind of standards we need to meet ourselves.

[4] Human potential must be stimulated.

If you don't push yourself, you'll never see your potential. You'll stay in a comfortable environment that's neither hot nor cold, with little development. But you'll never feel the need to stimulate your potential. You need goals and ambitions. Once you've achieved your ambitions and left, your potential will be stimulated.

In the end, life is full of the unknown and uncontrollable. You must assess your current situation rationally, recognize your abilities, and choose what kind of life you want. This requires perseverance and ambition to stimulate your potential. Of course, if you choose to stay in such a comfortable environment, it is not necessarily the case. It all depends on what you think and what your needs are.

I am confident that you will find the above opinion helpful.

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Seraphina Jackson The mind is like a sponge; the more it absorbs through learning, the more it can hold.

This job feels like a pause in the midst of an ongoing adventure, not a final destination. Initially, I was so eager to reach the end and hit that fastforward button through the month. Yet, as the day approaches, my fingers hover over the slowmotion button, reflecting on all it has offered me and how I've grown. The anxiety of changing jobs is always there, even with this one that was meant to be temporary. It's strange how attached you can become; it almost feels like leaving a piece of yourself behind.

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Blair Miller The difference between success and failure often lies in the ability to learn and adapt.

The morning routine of making soy milk has oddly become something I cherish. It's a ritual that grounds me, ensuring I'm never late for work. I wonder if after quitting, I'll lose this comforting rhythm, as though the simple act of making soy milk ties directly to this job. I can still make soy milk anytime, but it's not just about the drink anymore—it symbolizes the stability and structure this job provides. There's fear of what lies ahead, yet I understand rest cannot last forever, especially when challenges await.

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Fortuna Miller The more diverse one's knowledge acquisition, the more they can be a pioneer in the realm of understanding.

Mountaineers must eventually continue their ascent; they cannot remain at rest indefinitely. I too must move forward despite the uncertainty. This job, while modest in pay, offers a rare simplicity and predictability that I find oddly comforting. Knowing the exact schedule of my day brings a sense of security, and although it's not the right time for a more comfortable life, I appreciate the ease this role brings. It's taught me the value of a structured day without the rush, and now I'm ready to face whatever comes next.

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