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I fantasize about this a lot- I managed to have a successful career despite ADHD, but worry that the stress isn’t sustainable. I don’t desire money, recognitio
by _yb2s 2y ago
I fantasize about this a lot- I managed to have a successful career despite ADHD, but worry that the stress isn’t sustainable. I don’t desire money, recognition, or physical comfort and am happier hiking in the wilderness or at sea in a tiny boat than in a comfortable home or at a desk.
However, my work is important, interesting, and gives me a sense of purpose. I also have a family to support.
The best compromise I can come up with right now, is to live frugally so I can retire early or scale back hours as soon as my son is grown. He also has ADHD, so I am conscious of wanting to set an example for him as well, which includes taking care of myself and not destroying my health to desperately meet others impossible expectations of me.
- mantas 2y agoIMO it’s better to optimise for today than retirement that may never come. I work on a relaxed software project probably taking a good hit on my salary. My days are relatively little stress. I’ve plenty of time to spend with my son. If I end up working in this or similar projects till very late days - I’m fine. Even if I retired, I’d probably end up doing something similar to what I do now. Just in case - I work from home. Never worked in a proper office in my 2 decades long career.