So I’ve finally booked a good amount of PTO and got it approved. I’m stressing about taking the PTO. Is this what peak burnout/consulting feels like?

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Nah, I don’t care about this job. All it does is pay me. When I’m on PTO I’m unreachable and my job is the last thing on my mind.

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Just spent two weeks in South America. By the end of the first week I had some low grade anxiety about my utilization, and by the time I got back it was really impacting me.

Consulting messes with you.

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Sorry to hear that mate. I’m hoping to travel a bit and maybe meet a few friends. It’s nuts that we can’t really switch off even during PTO

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I don't think that's what burn out feels like. Sounds like you are just not able to turn off but that's different than burnout.

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Just have to set boundaries like not taking/turning off your work computer and not even looking at email. To be blunt, as an analyst, the team can get by without you for a couple days. Enjoy your time off to recharge

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At your level you should be able to switch off. Remove your email and don’t bring your work comp. get healthy

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PTO is excluded from utilization. You’re allowed to have a life outside work. Do not feel stressed, enjoy the time off, you deserved it.

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