A person shared on Reddit that they have been working at their marketing job for about one year, and they say the workplace is very toxic. The person said they started getting panic attacks because of the job and feel stressed even when they are not working. They explained that everything at work is always urgent and feels like an emergency 24 hours a day.
They said the company is very disorganized and runs in complete chaos. The person claimed their boss does not know how to manage the business properly. They also said the boss ignores feedback from employees. According to the worker, all employees are overworked and cannot handle the heavy workload.
Toxic work environment problems
They said clients are unhappy because the team cannot keep up with work demands. The worker admitted mistakes happen because there is no time to do proper research or analysis. They added that the company environment is not set up for success. The person said their mental health has been badly affected by the job. They shared that they work very long hours, around 10 to 12 hours daily. They also said they can never fully disconnect from work.
The worker described feeling constantly in “fight-or-flight” mode. They said they already know they need to leave the job soon. The person mentioned they have some savings that can support them for a few months. They also said they have started contacting potential freelance clients. The worker revealed they have a job interview scheduled soon.
However, they said they are unsure if they can survive another day in the current job. They admitted they are worried about quitting without another job because the job market is difficult right now. At the same time, they said they want to put their mental health first. They asked others for advice about leaving a job without another offer.
What other people commented
One commenter said leaving a job to protect mental health is completely acceptable, especially after working there for a year. However, the same person warned that quitting without another job could create more stress in the current job market. They suggested staying calm and reminding yourself that you are working toward leaving. They also advised continuing to apply for jobs and attend interviews.
Another commenter said the situation itself sounds very toxic. They suggested checking if sick leave options are available. They recommended contacting a doctor to see if medical leave like FMLA could help. They explained this could allow someone to stay employed while searching for another job. They shared their own experience of a doctor recommending leave due to burnout.
Therapy and careful decision
A third commenter advised starting therapy if the person is not already in it. They said therapy can help manage stress while job hunting. They warned that toxic stress is dangerous but quitting without a plan can add more pressure. They suggested reaching out to personal networks for job help. They also recommended practicing interviews with friends or family. They said the worker should keep answers positive in interviews.
The original poster later said they are already in therapy and have been for years. They said their therapist understands how badly the job has affected them. The therapist advised them not to make a rushed decision and to choose carefully. The therapist’s main concern is that the worker feels confident and comfortable with their final choice.