Career Questions and Answers
Does going to work feel more like a prison sentence to you?
Asked by tigerfly
or am I just grumpy today?
Asked by tigerfly
or am I just grumpy today?
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Best Answer:
It used to, and I'd pull sickies as often as I thought I could get away with it, and going back after a holiday was worse than starting Autumn term at school, but then I thought to myself: "You only live once, Psymon,and realistically you're not the brightest guy in the world, but you're reasonably intelligent and you're still just 40 years old, so get out and do something you enjoy more. Take a risk." And that's what I did, and I set up a company in partnership with a friend of a mobile 'Fun Casino' as entertainment at corporate events and private parties. Now I look forward to going out on 'gig', and all the effort we put in is for our benefit only, and not for a conglomerate of rich share-holders who are only interested in increased profits and dividends. Wow, I obviously needed to get that off my chest, I was just going to say:"I used to" and enigmatically leave it at that. You get a star for your subtle personal counselling.
It used to, and I'd pull sickies as often as I thought I could get away with it, and going back after a holiday was worse than starting Autumn term at school, but then I thought to myself: "You only live once, Psymon,and realistically you're not the brightest guy in the world, but you're reasonably intelligent and you're still just 40 years old, so get out and do something you enjoy more. Take a risk." And that's what I did, and I set up a company in partnership with a friend of a mobile 'Fun Casino' as entertainment at corporate events and private parties. Now I look forward to going out on 'gig', and all the effort we put in is for our benefit only, and not for a conglomerate of rich share-holders who are only interested in increased profits and dividends. Wow, I obviously needed to get that off my chest, I was just going to say:"I used to" and enigmatically leave it at that. You get a star for your subtle personal counselling.
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yep going to work is like prison unless i enjoy it.
Answered by dot
Answered by dot
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no, going to school does :(
Answered by Chad [wants to learn Spanish]
Answered by Chad [wants to learn Spanish]
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You're lazy. Or in the wrong job. Or both.
Answered by sigumend_f
Answered by sigumend_f
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If you liked it too much they'd probably want you to pay them.
Answered by Gorgeous
Answered by Gorgeous
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I'm giving you a star to make you feel better and also for the fact that you touched on the same feeling I have everyday I trudge in here. My main reason to work is to support my bunnies. Seems like a vast majority of ppl hate their job but only do it since they have to. Congrats to those who actually like their work.
Answered by ra_ra1981
Answered by ra_ra1981
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everyday. because of why i do it - not because i enjoy it, but for the money. which isn't that much, but i have to, you know? what's the alternative?
Answered by minstrelboy
Answered by minstrelboy
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No I love my job.
Answered by shushin
Answered by shushin
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Yes i hate my job!!! And as i work evenings i have all day to think - 'oh ****, i have to go to work later'
LOL
Answered by SmallFry
Answered by SmallFry
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I hear ya, but it pays the bills and most of the time I enjoy getting out of the house and being around other people other than my cat...LOLCheer up! - it'll get better and it's certainly better than the alternative of NO job!
Answered by sage seeker
Answered by sage seeker
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ugh I hate working so much! I can't believe I went to college to sit at a freaking desk all day I hate it I hate it I hate it. And I'm grumpy too.
Answered by Jimena S
Answered by Jimena S
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Only for those who work in a job they can't stand, and have no prospects anywhere else.
Answered by pathfinder
Answered by pathfinder
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At the moment, because I'm doing something I don't want to be doing. However, when I qualify as a barrister I'll be doing what I want to do, and I'm looking forward to it!
Answered by Pseudonym45
Answered by Pseudonym45
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Working is what kills the mind.
Answered by J G G
Answered by J G G
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My mom and I would call that Workitis. And some days
it does feel like a prison sentence. Especially on
beautiful days when you could think of a million things
you would rather be doing.
Answered by chmar11
Answered by chmar11
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yes.each day i spend there seems like a prison.it is a nowin situstation.they more you do,the more they want.and they never appricate anything you do.
Answered by mj d
Answered by mj d
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Yes, it most certainly does. I hate it and can't belive I may have to do this for the next 40 years of my life! Am looking around but any job I might be interested in involves taking a huge pay cut and jepodising my mortgage payments. It's swings and roundabouts really.
Answered by Wafflebox
Answered by Wafflebox
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Sounds like you need to find a new job. Seriously, you spend a good chunk of your time at work, so you need something that will stimulate your mind, make you happy, keep you interested. It is a long life if you hate what you are doing. Good Luck!
Answered by dcrobinson
Answered by dcrobinson
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LOL I don't know if you're grumpy, but perhaps you're in the wrong job. I had factory jobs that felt that way. Fortunately, I was able to work my way through nursing school and loved my work. In the 80's, I worked as a nurse on a neurology floor in a hospital and used to look forward to going to work. It was interesting and the crew I worked with were wonderful.
If you feel this way more than just occasionally, it's time to do some thinking about career changes. Good luck.
Answered by Annie D
Answered by Annie D
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it is the same thing if your mind is not free. we are under the illusion that we are free, we will not reach our greatest capabilities under these false pretenses.
Answered by www.AMAZiNMAGAZINE.com
Answered by www.AMAZiNMAGAZINE.com
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I certantly felt like it was a prison sentence, when I started working in beginning of 1990. I did manual labour at first. It was hard, unsatisfactory, borring work. So I went back to school. Now, I feel I am out of prison and I am persuing a carrear that I am interested in.
It is never too late to do something you like, is my motto.
Answered by korgazklutch
Answered by korgazklutch
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well yeah maybe but people needs to work all our lives in order to live. we can't do anything about it...it is tiring of course but this is just the way it is...piece of advice, just think of how soon is your payday then think of your plans in spending it..it might serve as an inspiration..good luck_c",)
Answered by wyrd_jc
Answered by wyrd_jc
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sure does
Answered by jjjgreene1
Answered by jjjgreene1
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no
it's all good
Answered by ym_ori
Answered by ym_ori
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it used to, so i left an ended up with a job i love.
Answered by monkey
Answered by monkey
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It is time to start looking for any another job, I Think
Answered by The_Informer
Answered by The_Informer
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hell yeah
u have to go like u have to go to prison
i dont wanna work i wanna be a free spirit so what i please
Answered by Trace
Answered by Trace
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It's very hard today.
Answered by Louis Junior
Answered by Louis Junior
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Yes it does, because I hate my job but not nearly as much as I hate some of the dribbling cretins that I have to deal with on a daily basis.
Roll on 5 years time when I can retire and get away from it all.
Answered by thecoldvoiceofreason
Answered by thecoldvoiceofreason
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I have felt like this in some of my positions. It means that you are in the wrong job..could be that you are burnt out or have learned enough...could be that you are surrounded by people that are negative. You have choices: stay and suffer, or use all of your sparetime to move on. Take a class, join clubs, volunteer, anything that will open your mind and put you in touch with others that are willing and able to teach you.
Apply for everything that is somewhat of interest, if you decide--or they decide that it is not a good fit you have at least got experience to do a better interview. Good luck.
Answered by SeattleBlue
Answered by SeattleBlue
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Depends on the type of work you are leaving for.
So if you are going for some interesting work, which you love to do then you will not feel boring and bad. If you are doing some as you duty or forcefully then it is like a prison sentence for you.
So it is about making your work interesting and attractive enough , so that you don’t feel bored .
Answered by naive
Answered by naive
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Some days it does; most days it is ok.
Answered by flinch
Answered by flinch
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oh no way are you grumpy, i HATE coming to work. I have not met anyone that HATES there job as much as i do. Im not generally a grumpy person and my friends call me the life and soul of the party as i always tend to get home the next afternoon (i go all the after parties). You would never say it at work though. I dont talk to anyone cause they all annoy me (for no reason) i dont want to make friends with them, i work to work and start grunting when i see the building. I F---ING hate it and cant express it enough. I have never felt this strong about anything before and i dont even know why, i think i made it a mind set now and its become a self fullfilling prophecy... (ive contplated killing myself) this place brings out the worse in me. Sorry for going on and on i just needed someone to listen... :)
Answered by jolene c
Answered by jolene c
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Some days...
If it's just today, you might be tired or not feeling well, or bored with today's tasks. If it happens every day, maybe it's time for a new job.
Good luck to you.
Answered by mom of 2
Answered by mom of 2
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Jobs are paid slavery, or a sentance, you want money, you have to do TIME. I watch all the people going into the corp. buildings with all the suit cases, from the weekend leave of absence. Moving back to work for the week.
Fortunately I am working out of that rat race, if you want options I can share with you if it don't take to much time. Just respond with your email and I will try to help.
I don't try to hard to help people because I find that most people suddenly think their situation is not so bad when someone offers them a solution. Quite pathetic but true.
Answered by a2z_4me
Answered by a2z_4me
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I hate my work - same frustrations every day! I am looking forward so much to retirement.
Answered by Michael T
Answered by Michael T
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Definitely yes
Answered by TONY BLAIR
Answered by TONY BLAIR
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Nope...work is nothing like prison..
People can smoke in prison...NO ONE is allowed to smoke in work.
Sometimes I wonder..who exactly ARE the criminals..??
Answered by knowitall
Answered by knowitall
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It's more like a LIFE sentence to me
Answered by sparkleythings_4you
Answered by sparkleythings_4you
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At least you have a job.
I sit ALL day infront of the computer applying for jobs, and the bar-stuards don't even have the curtisy (sp) to reply back and tell me that I've been turned down. I just have to wait and see if I get a reply or not.
Add to the fact that my rent is due, I'm pretty darned desperate!
Maybe this will change your perspective today?
Rich
Answered by 20vK
Answered by 20vK
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Haha yes .. yes it is.
Answered by kellie c
Answered by kellie c
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The difference is, in prison, at least you know when you can leave. Work just goes on and on and on. Its like Groundhog day. I will join your grumpiness today :-) And you get a star from me.
Answered by beanie
Answered by beanie
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Oh yes, i used to groom and now I'm stuck in an office - hate it!
Answered by Gemma F
Answered by Gemma F
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Your right it is a prison sentence and I get to start when I want and finish when I want (theoretically) being my own boss, but then I have the hassle of employing 7 people, cashflow, profit margins etc.
Answered by luz2loz
Answered by luz2loz
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I enjoy my work!
Answered by RA
Answered by RA
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Well i think i must be grumpy today too as that is exactly how i feel, sometimes i think life itself is a prison sentence :-( hopefully tomorrow will be a better day.
Answered by dubgirl26
Answered by dubgirl26
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yes
Answered by CARA S
Answered by CARA S
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yeh i started real work bout a year ago it seems like i have along stint ahead of me. im trying to do a film and hopefully then ill have a carea in what i want to do then it wont seem like prober work, i think doing something daliy is always gonna be a jail sentance and i dont think they'll be much getting around it.
i think you may be being grumpy but what else are you going to do in the day really? watch tv? its cool for a bit but you'll soon get bored cause every one else is at work an besides think of the MONEY!!!!!!
Answered by emmiemoo
Answered by emmiemoo
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No no, it does.
Answered by koteczka
Answered by koteczka
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absolutely. how hard can it be for us all to find a job that we enjoy (even just a little!)?
Answered by shazza86_uk55
Answered by shazza86_uk55
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