I just don't enjoy working

[TeresaNJ]

I wish I had an answer for you as to the key to finding a job you love. I am so depressed right now cause I'm having a horrible week at work, I swear there must be five full moons this week, and I pretty much don't like my job, and I'm sick of working. How's that for a downer? Truly though, I've been working for the past 30 years, and I'm sick of it!!!! I don't know how many times I've said to myself what I wouldn't give to be Donna Reed. Why on earth did women think having a career would be a good thing. Sure, it'd be great if we women all had stay at home wives. Maybe then we wouldn't have to work, plus still do all the wifey/mommy things. My DH is a great guy, and does help out, but the burden still falls on me to make sure the bills are paid, the house is clean, emotionally supporting the kids, the parents, the inlaws, etc, etc. It just doesn't bother DH if there is mold growing in the fridge, or if the bathtub has a ring around it, or if we could knit a blanket from the pet hair waiting to be vacuumed off the carpet. I am exhausted, physically, mentally and emotionally. My dream is to work from home, part time, but unfortunately, I can't make the bucks at home that I make as an RN. I know there is an answer out there, and someday I'm gonna find it!

 

[Poohbear123]

I HATE my Job, actually, I just hate the store I am at. Been working here for 17 long years, now I WANT to retire, but than, I couldn't go to Disney as often as I could.

 

[Chattyaholic]

I hope you can find a job that you really enjoy. I love mine!! I'm a part-time waitress, almost 8 years now. When I started, my mom said "I'll give you two weeks before you quit" and I'm still there at the same restaurant. I only work 15-20 hours per week on average. Very little (if any, really) stress involved, I leave my work at work and don't "take it home with me" like so many people have to, and there are a lot of "regulars" who come in that I love waiting on, plus there are always "newbies" coming in too so it's not always the same people. It's fun 99% of the time. With any job there are going to be downfalls, but I really don't have many with mine. Maybe you should give waitressing a try?

 

[wdw4us]

I worked for 12 years and when my kids were school age I tried to work part time and be home for them in the afternoon. It got to be too much and if we were careful, I could stay home. I stayed home for 10 years and LOVED it. I was never bored. I took up quilting, walking, and did the books for my husband. When my son was in his senior year of high school and looking to go to college, my prior employer was looking for a receptionist. That was my original job with them years ago. I asked for and they gave me the job. I do a great job there, they love me and I have no headaches when I go home at night. I do a LOT more than answer the phone but at my age, I'm not afraid of anyone, not much gets by me including the unwanted salesmen who just drop by.

It's the only job I would want in that office. Very few headaches, a Mon-Fri job with good benefits and a decent pay. Only problem is - now that I have enough $$ to buy all the fabric I want, I don't have the time to work with the fabric I can afford. A Catch 22 situation!

denise

P.S. I miss being home but I like having the money.

 

[Shugardrawers]

I'm really thinking about the medical transcription thing here. I've been doing research on the internet and found several correspondence or online courses. They aren't cheap, they run between $700 and $2500!! but from what I've found it's not hard to do from home and the over head it pretty cheap. Anyone ever taken one of these types of classes? What were your results?

 

[Crankyshank]

I hate my job. The pay is horrible, the stress is constant, management is typical, and I'm tired of constantly worrying whether or not I am going to lose my job. After 4yrs, since the economy started tanking, I'm tired of worrying about whether or not I'll lose my job. I'm miserable because of it, and it makes my DH unhappy to know how upset and stressed I am.

I've been working hard to find another job, but there really isn't much out there that i am qualified for. I'm hesitant to get into more debt, but I am hoping to take out some loans so I can go to school full time nights in hopes of finishing my degree and getting out of the tech sector.

 

[aprilgail2]

My job is pretty crappy but we do have a lot of laughs there and I don't think I could deal with staying home everyday until I get older! I was out of work for 6 weeks and by the end I was way ready to go back! I am a single mom so if I don't work then we go on welfare and no way would that happen, I am to used to having cash and going on nice trips every year! Even if I was married I would still work and be sure to have my own pension etc....I have seen things happen to many times when you dont work, my friend is going through it right now, she was a SAHM and he husband left, he had his own business which he put into his brothers name before he left, he took al the money and left her in the house with no money. Her kids are all over 18. She can't even afford a lawyer, doesn't have a job or even a degree or skills to get a decent one. I would never ever want to be left in the position of fully depending on someone else bringing the money home, I am to independant for that. So I work, and I will keep on working, at least fo the next 9 years until I am 50 and can retire with fell benefits from my job...but even then I will find something to work at part time, I just can't imagine myself not working even if its just a couple hours a week.

 

[Candlemaker]

Originally posted by TeresaNJ
IMy dream is to work from home, part time, but unfortunately, I can't make the bucks at home that I make as an RN. I know there is an answer out there, and someday I'm gonna find it!

I would like to add in my .02. I am an RN (at least for the next few months) I left a nurse manager job that had totally burned me out, being on call 24/7/365 is NOT woth any amount of pay. I left when I was pregnant with my third child, this was in 2001. I have a 14, 11 and now 2 year old. Leaving that salary was VERY difficult! We chopped our household income in half. This has been a huge adjustment. And I mean huge. I like to shop, who doesn't and when I get the urge, I want to be able to go...

Anyway, I started my own small business from home. I make candles, and other related items. This by no means meets the income of a full time nurse by any stretch of the imagination, but it does keep me sane. I can only sing to JoJo's circus so many times.

I have to admit, I am still on call 24/7/365...but it is within my house. I do get bored with the daily routine, wash dishes, empty dish washer, fill it again, vacuum every day (I have a Newfy and Great Dane) wash, dry and iron clothes...chase the 2 year old, beg to do Peeee on the potty, drive kids to and from school...play with the 2 year old, color, paint, etc...read books, help with homework, cook supper, oh and lunch and oh make sure eveyone has had something for breakfast...get to hockey, baseball, softball, late pick up at school for an activity etc. I have had the career working 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and had to do all these things as well, but my kids now have the luxury of me at home, if they aren't feeling well etc. The laundry is amazing with 5 people!
Plus, my mother is constantly reminding me how wonderful being a nurse is...she isn't one and doesn't know the stres of short staffing, the mental anguish when a patient crashes etc, the liability etc. She is a pain and is pushing me to go back! I told her I would rather work at WalMart...

Anyway....there are many different things to do...think positive and think of the things you love...( I love animals) and am seriously thinking of opening my own pet resort...as long as I can hire people to work for me so I can enjoy my DVC!

Good Luck!

 

[nana2tots]

LOL, Nobody does, but my saying is "I OWE, I OWE, SO OFF TO WORK , I GO!!!!!!!!nana2tots

 

[Hillbeans]

Originally posted by Aimeedyan
Honestly, I think EVERYONE would love doing things when they want, getting up when they want, etc etc. But that's not how life is, and we all just can't do that because its more fun. Those that are independantly wealthy have these options, but the normal American just doesn't.

I am sorry you're so frustrated... just know that you're not alone, many people never find a passion in which they can make a living off of it, and we all struggle together each day at work.

Aimee I couldn't agree with you more.

 

[Pin Wizard]

I've always hated working. It takes up the best hours...and moods...of my day! I quit my job two years ago to go to school so I didn't have to work. Well, gave up school in March when I had a buyer for my home and moved to another state. Haven't been in school or working since. However, I regretfully do need to get to work. Single parent needs the money and benefits! Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.

 

[OhMari]

I hate dealing with annoying people and bosses who resemble diapers!

Try working for a Priest, then you know what hypocrisy is.

 

[Lewski709]

I've been working where I am 7yrs and ONLY get 2 weeks vacation. I have 2 small kids. it sucks, but my DH is a contractor with no benefits, so somebody has to do it. Lucky me. Now I know why momma always said marry once for love, if there is a second time it better be for money.

 

[tinaluis]

I agree with what others have said -- you have to find something you like to do and then pursue it. Don't simply look at it from the money angle -- I know someone who went to nursing school simply because nurses make so much $$, but then was miserable at the hospital she worked at. I'm a Paralegal in a sole-practitioner office and I love my job (I work 2 days a week from home, have unlimited vacation time, get paid very well, and have a flexible schedule)-- but it didn't start out that way. I worked M-F/9-5 for about 8 years before I had DD#1. I'd planned on going back to work but our daycare arrangements fell through and I was going to stay home. My dear boss allowed me to bring DD#1 with me to the office and it was a very great time for all of us. When I was pregnant with DD#2 he said I could work from home, in the office or anywhere I wanted so we worked out a flex schedule. When DD#3 came along I continued with the flex schedule. He's even considering letting me work from home when we move to Orlando --- what a guy! However, if I had simply come in off of the street and told him that I needed a flex schedule, a lot of vacation time for WDW, great pay, etc. he would have told me to keep on walking. Good luck to you -- I hope you find something that you like to do to pass the time until retirement .

 

[m&m's mom]

Reminder to self: Go to work on Monday morning and kiss boss.
I love my job and make great money. I guess I did not realize how good I had it.
I hope you find something you enjoy and still can make money at.