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This is risky advice. Many (most?) people need social context to create meaning and will get depressed if they don't have a job to do and people relying on them
by jonfromsf 4y ago
This is risky advice. Many (most?) people need social context to create meaning and will get depressed if they don't have a job to do and people relying on them. Look at what happens to people when they retire.
- the_gastropod 4y agoWhat happens to people when they retire?
- nvarsj 4y agoYes this is what I discovered. Being on your own for extended periods without anything to do can be terrifying and even worse for mental health.
- kbrannigan 4y agoNot advocating for social isolation! Maybe work is where you find meaning socially. But there are : church, gym buddies, so many other social outlets. I'm saying it's okay to not WORK for a living. You can work on hobbies, things that bring you joy, volunteer, but just not be on a 9-5 schedule and just chill for a while, to recover.
- wnolens 4y agoI agree. I did exactly as the above comment suggested, and ended up much more depressed after the fun time ran out. Definitely take time off, but impose a limit on how long you are completely aimless for, or without feedback that you're growing in some way.