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TrainDefecator

Just put in my 2 weeks notice

I know you guys probably don't care, but I just put in my 2 weeks notice today. I'd been stuck in this job for far too long and put up with far too much shit. It's really been a miserable few years of my life. I have some plans regarding what to do for money, but I am not leaving for another job.

It's crazy, but this is the best I've felt in a long time. No more stress when I'm not there, no sick feeling driving in or on Sunday nights and I'm already feeling my confidence coming back. I can't wipe this shit-eating grin off my face.

Posted Nov 11, 2010, 3:28 PM UTC

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j_s_lebach•

I'm happy for you! You should do something spontaneous and awesome during the interim between jobs.

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[deleted]•

like pot

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[deleted]•

shittiest advice.

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[deleted]•

It's only bad advice if he plans to get a new job soon or if they will hair test. Pot can be both spontaneous and awesome.

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TrainDefecatorOP•

Thanks! I figured that I'm 27, single and, while this may not be the best financial decision I could make, it's well worth my mental well-being and blood pressure.

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Danrax•

It's a terrifying prospect. In today's economy security (of which there is none) is everything.

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SmartSuka•

You should cross post in r/happy

Go live life!!! =D

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Hypo_Luxa•

Whow that was intense!

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exccord•

I did the same thing a couple years back. I was working at this warehouse for 4 years...it was the 2nd job I had ever had...I was working crazy ass hours lugging around 75, 90, 125, etc gallon fish tanks...fish gravel....dog food...etc. Everything you see in pet smart and whatever....I had more than likely put that on a huge ass pallet for you. 4 years.....I did that and got fucked over slowly over time. I was so fed up with the shit...had a "friend" who I helped get a job there...he ends up being a supervisor and acts like tough shit. I end up disregarding his request for me to do something as I felt that seniority took in effect...I did my job and that was that and they ended up separating me from everyone in the warehouse and put me in the back to pick "frozen" shit. Meaning I was in -15c freezer for a good 4 hours. Going into this then coming back out into a hot ass warehouse(this is summer time in texas mind you....)....you get my drift. I said fuck you to that place and said to myself....i am getting nothing accomplished here...both school wise and work wise. So fuck you guys I quit. I walked out and NEVER felt so free in my life. Best feeling ever

.....I later find out that the shithead I helped get a job there and ended up being a supervisor.......he still works there and he quit school. Way to fucking go faggot

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Danrax•

Great post. Inspiring.

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[deleted]•

Upvote for taking control of your life man. Congrats and you should really look into doing something you like. I'm not sure of your financial status but buy a bike and start doing stuff you want to do. Find a job that you like to do or go back to school...anyways best of luck to you!

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TrainDefecatorOP•

Thanks, man. Yeah, looking to try a little substitute teaching, some freelance writing and probably go back to night-time retail jobs to make the bills work until I get hired as a teacher. It's what I've wanted to do since I was a kid and cubicles are not for me.

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jennynyc•

Happy for you! At the same time, you should've found another job first. It's so tough out there right now. I should know, my temp job ends next Friday and I don't have another job lined up (even though I've been sending resumes like crazy everywhere). I hope you find something soon though and that you feel better and have a better life for leaving this job!!

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TrainDefecatorOP•

Normally, I'd agree with you. In fact, that was my plan of action for the last year. Then, I finally decided it's time to switch fields to what I really want to do and figured working a couple of jobs to pay bills while I worked towards my goal was better than dealing with a constantly toxic environment that barely paid my bills.

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ihateyourface•

What are your plans now? Take time of to travel?

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TrainDefecatorOP•

I wish. My job paid little compared to the shit I had to put up with, so no travel money. Enough money to get by while I pursue my dream. Going to try to do a little substitute teaching, freelance writing, and whatever retail job I need to do to fit the bills until I get hired as a teacher.

edit: I only slightly hate your face, by the way.

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ihateyourface•

HAha! Well Good luck to you. This economy is crappy but be persistent. Do you know what you want to teach?

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TrainDefecatorOP•

Well, I've passed the History and Science high school tests. Ideally, history/social studies would be my goal.

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ihateyourface•

well you said you were passion was teaching(unless i interpreted wrong) you must be passion about teaching a particular subject or just teaching anything in general? btw i still hate your face.

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firefruze•

Congrats! I think happiness is something we too often put on the back burner. Good job on deciding that it was time to walk away and let go of something that wasn't making you happy. I hope you find that one thing in life that does!

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Boston_Pinay•

You are living my dream.

But, like in my dream, I'm sure you'll be headed to r/jobs pretty soon. :)

Enjoy your newfound freedom! Use it wisely!

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JavaLSU•

What were you doing?

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[deleted]•

check his username. :p

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DeadPrez•

I should do the same thing.

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[deleted]•

Nice! I just had an interview that went really well and I've got something next week.

I can't take it here anymore and I'm just waiting for the call back (hopefully) so I can say "Fuck This Place".

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justaverage•

Good for you! Congratulations.

Unfortunately for me I have too many financial obligations to just walk away, but I can only imagine the sheer pleasure that you must be feeling.

I am hoping to find myself in the same boat in the near future. I have been working for the dumbest company in the world for over 4 years now. I got a call back yesterday after interviewing with a new company, and from the language that was used it sounds like the job is mine if I want it. Hoping for a firm offer to come through within the next few days!

Congratulations on realizing that happiness is more important than money.

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b0mb3r•

congrats!!! i did something similar five years ago. quit my dead-end job, and moved back with my parents. Four month later i got another job and met my current wife; it really turned out to be the best decision I have ever made. good luck!

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PippyLongSausage•

I seem to do that compulsively every 6 moths or so. It does feel great!

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AnimalesMadre•

I did the same thing back in May of this year. I was a bartender making roughly $600 a week near Duke campus. I was fed up with everyone's shit. Shit attitudes, shit co-workers, and an Irish boss with "little man syndrome." I saved $4,500 and after a 2 week notice, I began living my life. Word of caution: Be careful how hard you party. 1 month later, I got charged with a DWI. They are not cheap and neither is a good lawyer. I may end up losing my license too. Have fun, but be careful.

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hamiltongirl•

CONGRATS! I can't Wait for the day I can do this myself. Hopefully soon :)

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whoru2say•

It might be entrepreneur time. Sell some bullshit. It seems to work for the Republicans.

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