I'm at that age where I'm wondering what's it all about. Why do we work 5 days a week and only have 2 off? Why do we have to wait so long before we can retire? How can I travel more when I can only have 4 weeks off a year? Anyone else feel like this?
2007-04-29 23:52:28 · 14 answers · asked by Sunny 1st 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
I'm not unhappy at work, my colleagues are amazing people - but I'd rather be doing other things I haven't had time to do in my life - time is going to run out - I need more spare time for the things that I love to do - I want to see the world. Frustrated.
2007-05-02 00:16:31 · update #1
Maybe I should have been a teacher or a flight attendant, but it's probably too late for that now. I just wondered what you were all thinking about work and life etc. Thanks for your comments, I'll choose best answer soon.
2007-05-02 00:17:54 · update #2
I totally agree with you. I actually find it ironic that in the 21st century, with all the commodities that are at our disposal, we are more and more enslaved by work/stress/money. It especially breaks my heart to see that kids can no longer be raised by their parents who are always on the run, struggling to make ends meet.
It also saddens me to see how many people hate the routine of work, yet just can't do anything about it. Even more, they seem to have no energy left to demand changes in our society. I think that most people have lost faith in our politicians, who seem to be working more against than for the people. Where is democracy?
4 weeks of vacation a year is insulting. There is much more to life than work. That's why I have promised myself that I would never settle for such a thing no matter what. All the money in the world can not make you happy if you feel like a slave, so I'd rather be a little poorer, but much happier.
2007-04-30 00:19:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 52⤊ 0⤋
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I'm at that age where I'm wondering what's it all about. Why do we work 5 days a week and only have 2 off? Why do we have to wait so long before we can retire? How can I travel more when I can only have 4 weeks off a year? Anyone else feel like this?
2015-08-16 09:16:56 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-07-21 23:21:38 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your situation sounds similar to mine, except you do feel like you are friends w/ your partner and have a deep connection with him. i don't feel i have that and i think my body is betraying the secret of my mind. i have fallen out of love and i don't desire having sex w/ him. i do it because i know he needs it and enjoys it. but, if i never had sex again, i'd be totally fine w/ that. i am going to the gyn this AM because *I* don't want to live like this. initially, i had infections and pain and that made me not want to do it because i anticipated pain. now i just don't feel turned on -- and he does the job. i just don't have any desire for him to do it. i doubt it's your birth control. this is a psychological issue. you want sex, but not with him, hence the fantasies of other men that are more appealing than he is. i am doing the same thing. i have/had a lot of resentment built up. i think i've resolved some of it, but not sure. i want my relationship, but i just don't know what is going to happen. mine says the sex is off the charts. for me - i could be sanding the kitchen cabinets. and i've ALWAYS been very sexual. my guy is the greatest guy walking the face of the earth and i feel terrible because i have no spark, interest or desire. i don't want to lose him, but i don't want to continue having sex w/ him when i would rather be counting grains of sand. first order of business is to get to the gynecologist then really determine (w/ professional help) if you are depressed. stress and depression are arousal killers. if we are unhappy - even though we have every reason to BE happy because we have great guys - no matter how much lube or masturbating or psyching ourselves up - is going to help. good luck and god speed.
2016-03-18 01:08:28 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been a flight attendant for 3 years!!! Trust me!!! I feel the same as you do... I always wonder what life is all about. Work&/struggle more than enjoy!!! I dont even consider sleeping as enjoyment. Sleeping is just recharging our body so that we can go to work in lighter mood. Sometimes i feel really lost! Being married with a kid doesnt give me much options to get out of this life!
What is working for me now is... Going to the gym and working out! It gives me confidence looking at myself looking BETTER (although i dont have a sexy body yet). That releases stress as well. Another thing is! I am studying again on my spare time! So that i can change my profession! I wanna love my job, i wanna feel happy going to work everyday, i wanna be in a job which makes me feel like i dont even want a holiday!!!
Man!!! Life is short!!! Waking up everyday wondering "what am i doing?" doesnt help you change your life. Have a dream! Make it a hope and plan to achieve it...
2014-05-20 03:15:04 · answer #5 · answered by Alien 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you need to change careers. Doing something you enjoy and working with good people can make a difference. In my line of work, I work 3 days 12 hour shifts, and have 4 days off usually consecutively but not always. Also my coworkers and I get along well, so that helps too. This gives me more freedom to travel, and I do take advantage of it. I think we all feel like this at times but having the time to get away for a moment helps clear your head and renews you. Their are jobs where you can practically get paid to travel and make a lot doing so. Maybe consider becoming a nurse and doing travel nursing, or becoming a flight attendant.
2007-04-30 00:29:48 · answer #6 · answered by ctelly22 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I feel the same way. Im layed off now. And Ive never been happier. Trying to find a to make money without working 5 days aweek
2015-03-30 08:42:27 · answer #7 · answered by Tammy 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I felt the same way when I reached 30 years of age. What to do...
1) Quit your job immediately. It's not worth the mental stress working at a job you can't tolerate. It's not healthy.
2) Look at what you do in your spare time, and find a job that would/could provide that same form of entertainment. Chances are, if you like doing it for free, you'll absolutely love getting paid for it.
For me, I liked to watch TV and play games in my spare time. There wasn't anything about watching TV that could pay my bills, however, playing games was a different story. I ended up getting a job at a company that hosts paintball games and white water rafting. Worked two days per week, 16 hours per day, and had 5 days per week all to myself to do as I wished. For me, it was the PERFECT job and a win-win situation. I got payed for playing games, so fun and entertainment value was still in effect. It was a full-time job so I was still able to pay all my bills and meet my needs. And I had tons of free time to invest in other interests and hobbies like hanging out with friends, watching TV, etc...
I no longer hated my job nor my life. However, I knew I couldn't do this forever unless I wanted to pursue a management position. In either case, it allowed me the time I needed for my mind to heal, feel better about myself, and focus on finding my purpose and figuring out what I wanted out of life. It could possibly do the same for you.
2015-07-30 20:45:34 · answer #8 · answered by Bob 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes, i'm independently wealthy or I would never work. I work when I feel the need. How much do I need after all?
2007-04-30 00:01:56 · answer #9 · answered by Q.A. 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I Don T Wanna Work
2016-12-08 12:25:54 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋