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I hate my job.

MrsJJD2008MrsJJD2008
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I'm not a regular poster, but I needed to vent.

I hate my job.  I want to be a SAHM, but it isn't financially feasible for our family.  I took a new job about 8 months ago, hoping that being closer to home and a change in career would make things better.  It didn't.

I miss my old job, my old co-workers, and just about everything about my new job is awful (except the shorter commute).  I'm not happy at work, and when I get home, I can't stop thinking about how I have to go back.

I know that it's so selfish of me to be so upset with my job when there are people who are trying to find one, but I wouldn't recommend this place to my largest enemy.  I'm sorry - I don't know what I'm even looking for, just a place to vent so my husband doesn't have to see me cry again.  Thanks for reading. 

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  • Comet4658Comet4658 member
    I'm sorry.  If you haven't already I would start looking again for a job you like better. 
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  • jroddajrodda

    I'm sorry you're not happy at your new job. I'm in a similar boat - I just relocated across the country for a new job at an amazing company, but it's not turning out to be what I thought it was. I'm hoping it gets better.. and I'm happy that at least I am going to be able to put this company on my resume, which will be a positive in the future.

    Good luck and I hope things get better for you.

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  • kate081206kate081206
    I'm sorry...give it a little while...you might find that there are things that grow on you.  Make some "buddies" with your coworkers, that makes a big difference.  Good luck whatever you decide.
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  • soulwindysoulwindy
    i am sorry,i hate it too
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  • laurakaz13laurakaz13 member

    I'm sorry you're not happy at work.  I can't relate to the sentiment of wanting to stay home, b/c I love my career and would not be happy SAH. 

    But that's just it, I LOVE MY JOB.  I look forward to going in every single day. I don't feel bad at all about taking LO to school, b/c I know she's happy and I'm a happier mom b/c I feel fulfilled in my career.   

    I know the economy is not the best, but you should definitely get your resume out there and keep looking. 

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  • SunidazeSunidaze member
    I've been in a very similar position.  I would suggest not handling it the way I did - I got so fed up I actually walked off the job.
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  • aehwchaehwch
    I can empathize with how you feel. I would be at SAHM in a heartbeat if it was financially affordable but it's not. I am extremely lucky I am able to work part-time. I don't hate my profession but I find it extremely stressful. Stressful in what I do and how unstable my job(s) have been. I have been working 2 per diem jobs for the last 15 months at 3 different places. I kept looking/switching to another place hoping it would be less stressful to only find it wasn't. I would also DREAD going to work the day prior. So I kept looking, applying, and interviewing and finally found a part-time position that is wonderful. Not my 100% ideal position but the overall package makes it a really good change (I start in 2 weeks). My only advice is to keep looking (if this is an option) and tell yourself that this position is only temporary (meaning you don't have to spend the rest of your career there). And try to focus on your kids and how great it is to see them/spend time with them when you are home. Good luck. 
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  • pitterpatter129pitterpatter129 member
    I'm sorry you are having a rough time!  I'm not a big fan of my job currently either.  Although it's okay (I teach), there are days where I feel like I could happily walk away and never come back.  I would LOVE to be a SAHM too.  Would the old company you used to work for take you back?  Sounds like you might want to re-start the job search again.  Hope it works out for you!
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  • bingham101bingham101
    Did you leave on good terms? Try to get your old job back. You work too much to hate the place that bad. I would look for another job or your life will stay miserable. I feel your pain. I currently love my job and my boss is so awesome, but I dont have any benefits and with all the extra cost of LO I am going to have to switch. And what you posted is my worst nighmare of what could happen.
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