Rant: I hate it so much in consulting but I’m too scared to leave during a recession and pandemic. My soul drains more and more each day. I don’t want to live for the weekend or to climb a ladder. I can’t wait till the economy stabilizes so I can find a remote job externally so I can move back in with my parents, save money, and work on the craft of film and music production.

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I don’t have those parents and stuff to fall back on, but lately very much relate to some of this. The constant pressure. Every day feeling like a “big day.” It just seems like consulting doesn’t stop. The intensity is constant and I don’t feel equipped to handle it anymore. Work doesn’t have to be crazy but it seems like consulting culture doesn’t change.

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I realize it’s a huge privilege to be able to move back home.

Yes exactly it’s a constant grind just to stay afloat and keep up. We live for our clients, therefore, we kinda give up our mental health for them. It’s unsustainable for some people, including myself. Hanging on right now.

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Wowww OP are you me?????

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I think we are... each other??

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I feel the same way!! I’m in IB and pursued this path because, being first gen and an immigrant, I knew I needed to support my family. But I want nothing more to be in a creative role. Every day I look for jobs but as a first year think I should wait longer, save more. I’m afraid I’ll just convince myself to stay

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sounds like burnout. take a few days off and recharge. tomorrow is another day.

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