Have hours/stress/intensity ever cause health problems for you as a result of this job? I now have high blood pressure, depression, and regular panic attacks. My doctor says to work less but i can’t.

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I am in a similar situation, kind of lost on what to do as I can’t work less. Trying to take more vacation time between projects but I don’t know if my health can sustain me being a consultant much longer.

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