Coping with overwhelming responsibilities and mental health
Hi, I've been trying to weigh whether or not it's best to leave my job to reduce extra stressors and minimize my cognitive load. I had wanted to wait until I found a different job first, but the hits keep coming so to speak and I'm having a really hard time regulating and keeping it together. I feel guilty for doing this, even though it is something I will inevitably do and the work does not treat me well.
I'm also afraid to be paralyzed once I'm without a routine and that socially I will be judged for leaving and for taking time for myself.
I've been fielding non stop appointments, lots of legal responsibilities on a pending divorce and intense and stressful work and family situations and med changes. This has been going on for months and I feel like I'm going to have a break down soon.
Can you guys tell me that everything will be okay and that it's important to prioritize my own health?
Posted May 7, 2026, 6:19 PM UTC