I used to be a happy guy, then over the past 5 years of being in public accounting I’ve gradually turned super cynical and hopeless. WFH has definitely added fuel to the fire because I’m super outgoing and vibe off of others. I’ve been actively looking for a new role but nothing good has come up for 6ish months. Any tips on how to get through the rest of busy season? I’m really struggling... to the point of almost crying daily. I told my manager and the firm doesn’t give AF apparently.

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Preach brother .. lol..

Hang in there man. The only thing I can tell you is that you’re not alone. I’d say even that you’re in the majority group. It’ll pass. Look for jobs. Cheers! And good luck.

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Thanks man! I’m working the least amount of hours I’ve ever worked during busy season but every day seems worse than the last. I find myself having an attitude to partners and don’t even care if I get the boot. It’s terrible. Hope things turn around for us soon enough.

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Keep looking and practice some self care. Do something small everyday that makes you happy. Connect with family and friends often. Also 6 months is on the shorter end of finding a dream role that will bring you happiness so keep your head up. Remember everything is temporary. Things can be much different when you look back 12 months from now

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First of all, like everyone here, know you’re not alone. I’m all about controlling what I can, and *trying* not to worry about the rest. If you haven’t already, get your thoughts out on paper and don’t judge yourself. Walk away. When you come back circle what you can control. Then decided what you’re going to do about it.

Maybe it’s time to get back into morning runs, scheduled phone calls with friends, or start therapy (most Americans are struggling and therapy is becoming the norm)

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I have actually been doing all of the above for about 6 weeks. I’m against therapy but have gone about 4 times now. The therapist basically said I’m fine and don’t need any meds or anything, I need to get a different job. I know I’m fine but the job market is awful right now.

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I know our work life takes up most of our time and any unhappiness there translates to overall unhappiness about life. When I had this issue several years ago, I focused more on life outside work like hobbies and exploring new things. That helped me get through the seemingly endless phase of trying to land the next big role. Once I got that next role though, I realized I had to fix certain things in my personal life to be fully happy. So, therapy can be a great tool too.

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Nothing to add to things people said, just know many many people struggle and I am sending you hugs and love, OP! If you are in Chicago and need a friend, I am here for you!

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You are not alone in feeling this way — this job and WFH have created a terrible situation . Look for work

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Try going on LOA, maybe you can figure your stuff out without having to quit

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Try to get a different project, or be part of a different sub team within your department if that's possible. Helped me - change of work and change of people j work with.

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I had honestly thought that wfh would be better but I honestly hate there pressures of feeling like you always be online because there’s no excuses for midday coffee breaks etc. It’s also so hard to not get disillusioned but hang in there and keep job hunting until you find something out there.

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