I appear to be doing well career-wise, with a senior development position with good pay and benefits. I am definitely in a privileged position. But I am feeling completely burnt out. I have worked at this company for a long time and am tired of the politics and subject matter and the thought of going into work tomorrow or even opening my laptop gives me severe anxiety. I have tried interviewing around but never seem to quite seal the deal, and frankly, the prospect of doing this job at another big company is just depressing to me.
I have a nice nest egg in the bank and would be able to pay for things without work for a year+ (though I suppose healthcare could be a pain after COBRA runs out). I have creative interests outside the world of software I would like to pursue, and travel goals. But I just feel frozen because I've got the golden handcuffs and a cushy situation, and everyone I talk to gives me different advice.
I'd appreciate any insight from others who have dealt with burnout. I guess I'm just scared. I know that my issues don't all originate from my job and I could really do with a more balanced lifestyle, but it really feels like getting this drudgery out of the way would be a big load off and give me some space.
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