Should I stay at a job that I hate?

My first reaction would be "No way!" but it depends on your specific situation. For example, if you hate the job because of a mean coworker, you can bring this up with your boss/HR. If you hate the job because you want to be paid more, you can bring this up as well. However, if you hate the job because of the nature of the work you are doing, then it is wise to leave. For instance, if you are an accountant but you want to be an actor, no amount of change at your current job will be enough to keep you there. Not even a salary increase or better coworkers.

It helps to weigh the pros and cons, it helps to assess your situation overall and see what's best for you. I'm not going to tell you to stay or leave; I'm going to lay out some points to consider, and through this evaluation, you can decide for yourself. Evaluate the job. What about the job do you hate? Is it the work, the workload, the people you interact with, the work culture, what about it? Is this something you can make changes to? Can you reframe some of the perspective, and by seeing things through a different lens, does that help? Evaluate your life situation now. What does this job afford you? Can you afford to leave this job? Can you afford to take a break from working for a while, or can you find another job quickly? What is the job market like in your field and in your area? Would you be happier in a different workplace? A different career? Things seem better on the outside -- grass is greener on different pastures -- but the reality is each experience has its own ups and downs. When you see what the lows are, and question, are they worth experiencing for the highs, that's it. I recently quit a job that had a rather unhealthy environment, physically and mentally. It afforded me what I needed, but it also was very taxing and made me anxious every day about it. I had little energy to do what I loved when I got home. It seemed I lived for that job. After I quit that job, I found empowerment in doing my hobbies and having all the time to do what made me happy. It seemed I needed a break. But a month later, and I had run out of considerable savings, the financial stress spiked my depression. It was hard to cope with. I questioned leaving that job, though it was very valid to have left it. I felt depressed to the point of even feeling worthlessness and questioning my identity and capabilities. I'm not saying that will happen to everyone, or you. That happened to me, but I trust that I'm not alone on that. Sometimes people feel worse later -- the impact of their decisions can affect them months afterwards, not necessarily immediately. It would be helpful to have something lined up your alley that you can turn to. If you want a break to relax and/or travel, do that too if you want. Having an offer with a small break in between may give you some peace and cushion of safety. Your happiness matters. Staying at the job may afford you certain things, and leaving the job may also afford you certain things. Think about how you can have long-term happiness overall, based on your needs, and how you will fulfill those needs. Best wishes! You glow.

Take a moment to consider why you "hate" this job. Is there someone there that's making you unhappy? Is there a task that you don't enjoy? Now take a moment to consider whether there's something you can do about this. For instance, can you avoid the person? Can you assign the task to someone else? Even if you're unable to do any of these things at your current job, it's important to know this information. This will allow you to avoid the tasks you hate in a different job, maybe even change careers. However, if it's a person you'll need to seriously consider whether you want to allow them to affect your life: Are they worth your time?

If I were you, I would question myself on how is it affecting me. If the job is not doing any good to me, I would have quite….but of course after weighing all the pros and cons. I was too in a job that I hated for a long time only because of financial crisis at home. One day I realised it was too much for me and I though to quit it, and it was affecting my mental health. But before that, I secured another work – it was low paying but still I was able to manage my finances. I am doing better now. Staying in a job that you hate is of course not good.. but before that it is important to think on what would work the best for you. I hope you will figure it out all soon!

It depends on the situation. If quitting the job will make life even harder because of financial or other trouble, then staying at the job until you find a new one can help. But if you are stable enough to find a new job, and it'll make you happier, maybe it's a risk worth going for, if it'll improve you and your mental health, and other aspects of your life. In the end, it's your choice though! I hope you figure out a path that suits you and makes you happy :) Good luck and feel free to text me anytime here!

No, well at least not for long. I can understand not wanting to leave a job that provides security and monetary benefits in exchange for mental or even physical pain and stress. However while you may not be able to leave immediately, you have the power to look out for other opportunities or pursue study options that could allow you to have a job change with an acceptable measure of monetary exchange. The universe will always respond with options. No one is more important to you than you and you only have a limited period of life to live. Be nice to yourself.

You should not stay with a job you hate, but try to find a different job first, it is not wise to leave a job if you have nothing else aligned, unless things are so bad, if you fear getting a mental breakdown very soon, then please quit as soon as possible. Your own wellbeing is more important than having a job at that point. Before leaving a job, make sure that you are quitting for the right reasons, maybe there can be something done, sometimes it is possible to talk with your manager and do different things at the job, try to talk.

You should never feel trapped to do something that makes you unhappy, but in saying that, are you prepared to leave and are you prepared to handle what comes with that decision?? First understand where the feelings of hatred are coming from and if there are ways to change the situation at hand. If you’re still determined to leave your job, ensure you’ve set yourself up in a way that makes the decision clear and positive for your future. Have a plan, set goals and take the time you need to ensure that when you do officially quit your job, you can transition with ease and confidence that you will be okay. Don’t rush a decision you are still contemplating

If you are doing something in your life that is causing you distress or causing you to feel hate, perhaps it might be time to consider a change? Sometimes we feel the need to continue to do the same things out of familiarity. Even though it may be something that is no longer for us. But if its something that is costing you your peace of mind, then that price is too high. And taking time to figure out your feelings and making a plan, and taking steps to move beyond where you've been could be the answer. Sometimes talking to someone you trust could help you to see things more clearly if you are having a difficult time deciding on your own.

Well it is not easy decision. Analysing your situation is very important. Everyone have different situation and opinion. You have to decide upon your current situation. Most important things that matter are money and your educational qualification. If your job is your only source of income and you are dependent on it, and think that you won't be able to find other job or other source of income plus have not much savings that can help survive family for more than 6months without any income , than you should consider how consequences of quitting job will be. If money is not issue, and you are sure you will be to do something else, than you can try quitting. Also your education al qualifications should be taken into consideration while making such decision to quit job that you hate.