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Janet Kahr's avatar

I am in my early 60's after 20 years in one of the major technology companies and you are singing my song. It was a soul sucking experience and all I can say is better late than never. Here is to flying off a cliff into freedom. I have a friend in Europe in the exact same situation...maybe that is my community. Learning how to fly no matter how old you are :)

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Tricko's avatar

This really hits home Tim. I find myself 56 years old in a high paying but toxic job that makes me mentally sick and has me on multiple meds for anxiety & stress. I sorta talked my way into it and probably wasn’t fully qualified for this level but I am doing a good job but my boss rules out of fear and I have major imposter syndrome. I know my time is limited as I don’t think I will hit the aggressive goals they have. I keep thinking it will get easier and to just hold on… don’t quit, make them fire you. It has me wondering if it is me being weak or is it the job? Not in a good place and in constant fear which is giving me daily panic attacks. If I had to do it over agin, I would tell my younger self to not chase the money, title, things that make you “appear” successful to others… but truly devote your energy into things that energize you. I feel trapped, exhausted and afraid to change but know I need to or I will not survive and thrive. The fear of not being ok for retirement is terrible. I should do something simple like being a handyman - so I can do and not think so much.

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