I was having sever depression, just working through the motions of my job. I didn't do anything but eat, work, sleep. Mainly because i didn't have the energy to do anything. My job was making me sick physically too, working around things that were toxic to my health and in the long run might kill me.

So I quit. without a job. None of the jobs I applied for has called me back. I'm either over qualified or under. I've started thinking out leaving some things off my resume so I can apply to jobs i'm 'over qualified for'.

I'm so nervous. Luckily I still live with family so they can support my housing/food. I have enough money to pay my car notes and cell phone, but it won't last more than 6months.

I'm terrified. But i felt like i was wasting my life. I didn't even have the time/energy to apply for jobs at this job. I didnt have the time to apply to universities, take tests to get into school. I wasnt even able to put the time into having a relationship and all i ever did was complain about my job (i knew my friends were annoyed, but it was hard not to)

Being free I hope to be able to get rid of this depression and move forward. (No insurance anymore though...ugh).

My depression says its hopeless and I made the wrong decision. My brain says i'm doing the right thing.

Any good words or advise would be appreciated. <3

Ultimately, your mental well-being is more important than anything. You're obviously not going to be able to be happy, or be able to function properly in a working environment if you're physically ill and dreading it every day. I was in the exact same position as you a couple years back. I was extremely burnt out from my job due to constant long hours of overtime, and staff shortages and I also felt like all I did was eat, sleep and work, which I hated. I knew I needed to get myself together and so I quit and it was like a huge-ass weight had been lifted off my chest. I missed the girls I worked with, but I felt so much better not having to worry about going to work there anymore.

It's great that you have family to fall back on, and now you'll be able to focus on getting your head back on straight and what you want to do and what will make you happy. I'm sure you'll find a job, or something along those lines that'll suit you a lot better!

First off I'm glad you were able to get out of a bad work situation even if the future is unsure as far as work and where money is coming from. Mental and physical health comes first. It sounds weird but I'd recommend catering your resumes to whichever job you are applying to? Don't lie on them but defiantly leave out things that'll make you over qualified if it is an entry position. Most places are looking for someone they can train in the way they use whatever tech/machine it is they use for work. Hopefully it all works out for you!

I agree with what everyone else is saying. Money can be made again. The mental stress and physical issues of having a bad job can cause health problems that are a lot harder to fix in the long run. I had to quit a job for the sake of my health last year and yeah it's been hard financially, but I've never regretted it for even a minute. You'll get a much better job in the future now that you have time to take care of yourself, I'm sure!

Been there! I stayed in an unhappy job for way too long and finally quit. Can’t even describe the weight that felt lifted as soon as I gave my notice and the end was in sight! It took me a while but I found the exact job I wanted and love it! It’ll be worth it in the long run. Don’t sell yourself short- apply for some of those jobs that are a bit of a stretch too! Good luck!