Anyone dealing with post-pandemic fatigue? I feel like quitting my existing job (been there for 8 years), and I want to take a sabbatical i.e. do nothing for few months, and go for career change (Engineer -> maybe a Interior designer?). Am I going through a 'mid life crisis'?

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This doesn't sound so much like post-pandemic fatigue as it does a burnout. You've been an engineer for 8 years, but how is the current culture at your company? I feel like switching to something so different like interior design isn't the right answer, but that's just me. Consider what you value, why you got into the field, etc. Maybe consider a side gig if you want to incorporate new interests.

It sounds like you are severely burned out, can you take a temporary leave of absence for like 3 months?

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