How I knew it was time to quit my job to focus mental health.

If you told me I would have quit the career I chased my whole life to focus on mental health, I would've laughed at your face. I'm literally the most risk averse person I know!

In this video I unpack my own journey and coming to terms with quitting my job - why I made the decision, how I made the decision, and what things folks should think about if they are pondering making the same leap. Remember that no matter where you are in your journey, you always have a choice, even if the space to make the choice is minimal!
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* The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional educational or mental health advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in this video is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with a specialized professional *

[nicolequin]

I was pressured to become a lawyer by my parents, but it’s not my choice, and I don’t want to be a lawyer. So grateful to come across your YouTube.

[samanthahardy]

Sometimes it's not the job itself. Sometimes it's the people you work with and company policies.

[olivetree]

I quit. I don't care if I spent +10 years going to good school, building my career. I don't care of social stigma of letting go of job. I matter first. I respect your decision. World needs more honest and authentic ppl like you.

[MorganLeeModelxo]

My spirit is so broken from my job I had to leave due to severe anxiety, I feel like I can’t even interview right now. I hope I can again soon

[faithsfabulousbeautybar]

Your health is more important than money. Its your wealth at the end of the day.

[MarieAmicalola]

I put in my notice last week. It was one of the scariest things I’ve done as my work ethic has always been strong since I was a teen. It’s been affecting my mental health for a while and I tried to power through and hoped things would get better as I looked for work but then it escalated to physical issues. So I resigned. Everything you felt in this video was what I was going through. Funny thing is within 24 hours of my notice they found 3 people to divide my workload between. I had been telling them it was too much for months and was ignored. My takeaway is “Choose you.” These jobs really dgaf and will use you up as long as you let them.

[UdoADHD]

I’ve come to accept that I cannot work somewhere long term. Like those people who are like “I’ve been working here for 23 years” … That will never be me. I have chronic depression and a job easily triggers my mental health issues to get worse. A bad job means I will go from having no anxiety symptoms to having severe anxiety that lingers even after I had quit and got therapy.
Update: I did k3tamin3 assisted talk therapy for the anxiety. Also IV k3t for depression. It worked. Now I work remote in IT. I get paid more and less stress. Thank god!

[cookieman]

I’ve watched probably 5-7 quitting my job videos in the last month and this one hit home the most. My job is physically and mentally demanding, and day after day after day my job takes about .2% more than I can gain back “recharging” after work or on the weekends. I feel the end is near. Thank you for making this video

[rebelk]

I'm quitting my job next week, back up plan. I am priveleged that I do have a decent sum of cash behind me and my daily expenses are low. I'm ready to fight for my mental health and be happy finally.

[margauxthomas]

I am about to quit my job as a result of a very serious burnout. First for me. No back up plan so very scary but I am doing this for my health and know that a change is needed and something good will come out of it. That voice you mentioned has been screaming for many months now for me. Your video is very clear, to the point and helpful! Thank you

[bellezanegra]

Barely existing. Pandemic was THE BEST time in my career. Crying on way to work.

[Wriggs]

I've had three mental breakdowns now. The third only being the other week. Today I quit my job and I had too. For once I realised my health is more important than any job. Now I need to start looking after myself. Stop eating rubbish. Start going to bed at a reasonable time. I come first from now on. Yes its going to be hard but my life matters.

[drew]

Yep, I just put in my two weeks notice and I am transitioning into a less stressful job. Everything you talked about is what I went through but I'm very fortunate I can take a pay cut for a little bit.

[Jungle_Jim]

Need to hear this. My ‘dream’ career feels more like a nightmare

[Paramitacdewi]

Man, when you asked "Is your path sustainable?" I felt like I got hit by a truck. No, it definitely isn't. I got sick often because of my job. The only thing that is good is the salary, but with this amount of stress, I would probably die early anyway

[lwill]

Yea, I'm gone. I really need to focus on my health and just take a long mental break. I needed this video. I'll live off savings, stock dividends n do some gig work sometime. I just can't do the job any longer, I owe myself much more out of life.

[MrBullyKiller]

Julian, I tried to push through my first episode of depression, burnout, and thoughts of self harm for about 5 months. I did it for monetary reasons and because I wanted to help my company. I just now realized that my company doesn’t care about my mental health. I applied, and was approved, for medical leave by the state of Washington. I am now on leave since last week and receiving 90% of my salary. I appreciate you pointing out the importance of mental health. I wouldn’t have considered that an option. I’m feeling hopeful now that I’m in a position to focus on my mental health. Doctor, Psychiatrist, and counseling are helping. And I’m grateful that I do not have to worry about money at the same time. I hope others have the same opportunity. Thanks Julian!

[baraclude]

Base on what you described, I must have been depressed for a decade. I have lost all interest in life. I have reached all my life goals at age 30. There was no motivation to strive anymore except for my kids. Through years of career struggling, I have lost my interests and hobbies. I now don't find anything happy other than seeing my kids happy.
I knew from a decade ago, my job will destroy me. I don't think I can quit until my kids are older. My work is getting more demanding(Tech) and unforgiving. I am not sure how long I can manage but I have to suck it up. That's my mentality for the past 10 years.

[Lain]

Quit today, good to hear I’m not alone. Thank you for being vulnerable

[chrisl]

Halfway through this video, i texted my boss that I was quitting effective immediately. I was experiencing quiet firing and it was time to move on. I knew they would not fire me outright. Things got harder at home also. My health was suffering.

Mental health runs the whole (proverbial) show. I'm glad you are being honest about yourself to your support system and to yourself and sharing with us. Thank you.