Hi fishes,

I think I am slipping into depression. My life seems to have no meaning and all I do is work. I don't get time for myself or my family, friends and loved ones. But I can't leave my job and take a break as I need the financial support.

I also feel I am earning way less than my peers which makes me feel like a loser. 4.5 years of work-ex and 16LPA.

What should I do? I need good wlb but also need money badly.

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You are earning decent man! Chill , visit your doctor and get a vitamin check up done, seems you need some vitamin D to light up your mood! Then join some sports club and be active, njoy your time ! Stop comparing with your peers and focus on yourself buddy!

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I was happy at 5.3, i was happy at 15 , bro this package of yours is enough to put good food and shelter over you ... Develope a habbit to thank God for what you have rather than getting depressed about what you could possibly have. If in depression think of people loosing job during covid ...you way much better than that

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8 years and 14 LPA. Feel better now?

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I feel you

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If friends or relatives make you feel bad, by bringing up packages, honestly stop meeting them. You will feel good. I used to face similar issues and did this, i m enjoying my life now.
Compete with yourself. What you were 4 yrs back n where u are now.

I think you are valuing yourself based on what you earn. I think you are doing really well and if thiseets your needs then why bother about what others earn.
Just enjoy what you have got. There are always people who are better than you or worse off than you.
You need to find your own place rather than putting yourself at a level compared to others.

May I know your work hours

Don't get into a rat race, or atleast mentally don't do that. It'll drench you faster than anything. You are earning way good enough than 98% people. Take paid leaves, enjoy a long weekend, go for a long drive, meet various people, enjoy some hot food, just keep the work away for 4-5days, that's it.


Remember the your competition is with yourself and nobody else.

It all depends when you compare yourself with other folks. And moreover you seems to be working at Deloitte.. and I received a feedback from lot many people who have left Deloitte it's because they were loosing their entire family time. So try to make a switch which gives you good WLB.. even if they are offering good WLB with same CTC go for it..don't look back..

Package wise, you are in good position.

I think you involved too much in work, you might be workholic or you need attention in your team. That leads to stress or depression.

Mind set is important, work on that.

Stop comparing ! Simple.

you need break and therapy. your are earning quite decent as per you experience level compared to others. Nowadays everyone feels they are earing less which is absolutely wrong . I saw some people over 10 yrs of experience with 14 LPA CTC. try to be happy what you have.

First of all, talk to someone you trust how you feel. Talking your heart out will definitely help. If possible, consciously start taking at least a day off - Sunday for yourself. Start politely telling no to people and that you will revert on Monday and won’t be able to do anything on Sunday. Consciously look at your own needs and start prioritising them. Take a deadline for yourself if things remain toxic, move out. Remember, if something happens to you God forbid, your employer can find your replacement in less than 24 hrs. For your family you are indispensable. Spend some time in nature or any religious/spiritual activity daily at least for 15-20 min. This will help you channelise your thoughts. Lastly, don’t be shy seek help. People will be there to help. Take care of yourself, I’m sure you’ll be fine

6 yoe, 17LPA. You are doing better buddy, relax and enjoy life

16 yoe, wlb is what you need to focus on. Money is never enough. Start investing in MF for a 15 year horizon, be financially independent and retire early. Go see a psychiatrist if needed, spend time with family and friends. Being outside in the sun and exercising beats depression like anything. Know that you are in control of your life.

Tera ra*** Rona abhi 5/10 saal aur chalega.. tu wo group ka banda hai jisko hamesha 4 log better salary wale milenge aur tu unhi 4 ko dekh frustrated rahega… tumhaara kuch na ho sakta..These are self inflicted pains and torture to your mental health and ultimately overall health..Remember career is a long journey, people will remember you for what you have done for society at large and your family is the one which will stand always by you.. few years down the line you’ll yourself laugh at your worries related to CTC

Your earning is good,you need to consult some doctor or meditation

Follow Luke Coutinho on Instagram. He suggests small changes. Spend minimal time on social media, get vitamin D checked as someone suggested, try to do a little bit of fun things everyday. Walk, Art, Yoga sports whatever you like. I do neck and shoulder stretches 10 mins before bed and sleep so so well. Spend time with good family and friends, of course set up an appointment with a therapist if needed.

2 yoe as Salesforce developer, 4 LPA🥲. How should I go through with it?

If you are not an MBA and still you are earning 16 LPA after 4.5 years. You are well off than 99 percentile of the people.

Chill man. You are taking it too seriously. Too seriously.

As a ex big 4 SM, i would say leave this crap, find something better at a real company and not at another brand franchise run by partners who are no better than small time entrepreneurs who pretend to be from big league corporate!! Get a life man/ lady.

Ladki leke oyo chala ja bro...sukun milega

Life is not about CTC, money is not everything! Its all about full filled life and peace of mind with decent money

Study and switch.

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