I've been on the bench for a few weeks and I feel like I have a personality again. Not being stressed, anxious, consumed with work has reminded me what it's like to be more present in my life...

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it's a weird feeling. I'm someone who's very career driven and ambitious but it's like the first time I haven't put my work ahead of my life. I am MORE than my career. it's new. and very calming. everything can fall apart at once but if consulting has taught me anything, it's how to be resilient.. things will be fine.

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Thank you for sharing mate! Anyone should really be more than one's career. I am glad that you feel positive about your life.

My favorite parts of my job are when I'm on the bench. It's part of the reason why I'm looking to leave consulting...

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