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by TheHydrator

8 months ago

Planning for a 6 month career break for health and spending time with Family

I have worked hard to have a stellar profile (tier 2 Engineering graduate and tier 1 MBA graduate). I have 2 years of pre-MBA experience and will be completing 1 year post-MBA in a few months, at which point i plan on putting in my papers. Being in this rat race has taken it's toll. I am depressed and dread logging into work everyday. It's come to a point where every small task feels like a burden. I have decent amount of savings and I can support myself during the time off. My parents and friends don't seem very excited by this decision of mine, but they are not in my shoes and do not understand what I am feeling. Would love to hear other people's stories/opinions on this.

Equitymaster

Stealth

8 months ago

You seems to be a 25-26yrs old guy. You have good amount of time in hand. Do whatever you feel like doing. But make sure you use the time off to focus on your health.

jake_peralta_B99

Unemployed

8 months ago

Hey, I am doing something similar. Though I don't have stellar profile like you

bootstrapfounder

Navi Technologies

8 months ago

Cred me kis chiz ka pressure hai bhai 🧐

jake_peralta_B99

Unemployed

8 months ago

Just want a career break, that's all

boredcoder

Freelancer

8 months ago

I exactly did the same few years ago but it was for 3 months, before asking anyone else first check yourself, responsibility towards your family in different ways, like financially, socially. You seem to be around 25-26 so consider marriage as well, how quickly you will be absorbed again in job market. Check with doctor/therpaist first, do you really need break, I checked with my doctor and had his reco letter with me.

Mxmaster

Stealth

8 months ago

I have seen very close friends and family in a similar situation. Taking a break helped them recover. Dont rush back. Glad you don't have financial burden. Take a pause, see what you like to do. Take it slow. Remember that it's a marathon. Good luck.

Fallenangel86

Stealth

8 months ago

Was from tier 2 engg college, passed out 2007, got job in PSU through all India exam and worked for 5 years there, worst in terms of work culture and growth. Quit to do an MBA in 2013-14, and since then this is my 9th year j. Corporate. Stress is definitely there bt this only makes you more stronger so wouldn't advise quitting. Rather take job in an MNC/ less stressful job and pursuit hobbies interests outside.

Fallenangel86

Stealth

8 months ago

MBA from premier b-school top-5 in India.

SuperiorGold

Stealth

a month ago

@TheHydrator did you take a break ? what is the latest update ?

Corpdaaku

Student

8 months ago

Is this something you started to feel after working post-mba? Or is it something which has developed over time & not entirely related to work?

overthinker

Student

8 months ago

Where are you working?

SociallyClueless

Stealth

8 months ago

Prioritise your well being. Everything else can wait.

Qwerty2398

Stealth

7 months ago

Probably become the Worst decision ever. Your T1/T2 won't matter. Unless you have good contacts the odds of getting back onto that horse will be a nightmare.