Looking for an escape route. I think I always knew I don’t belong into this business. Although I am doing well - work wise, my mental health is hitting the rock bottom. I feel empty. What are a good backup plans for ADs out there? I am trying to figure out what I’d like to do instead, but I can’t figure it out yet… the only thing that keeps me going is the $$$. And that’s sad!

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You’re not alone, OP. Hangin by a thread lately myself. Hope we find a better way!

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Just got to find what you enjoy doing. I know an ACD who left the business to be a nurse.

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Omg I love that. Good for you!!

Im quitting with negative net worth (cc debt) and no job lined up for the sake of my mental health. Youre not alone.

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Kudos! Hope you’ll feel better. This industry is broken…

Take some PTO if you can. 💕 You can use it to relax and/or figure out your escape route.

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After the mtg I had I want to quit with no savings and no job lined up
Sorry you are going through this you are not alone

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In the exact same boat

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