Topics Work & school

Is it normal to not want to work anymore?

Mostly.Normal for most people

Yes—lots of people hit a point where they don’t want to work, especially when they’re stressed, bored, or burned out. If the feeling sticks around or spills into the rest of your life, it may be worth looking at what’s behind it and getting support.

Absolutely. Work can wear you down, and not wanting to do it anymore can be your brain’s very un-subtle way of saying you need rest, a change, or fewer demands. Plenty of people feel this way now and then; it doesn’t automatically mean you’re lazy or doing life wrong.

It’s worth noticing whether this is about your current job or whether you’ve lost interest and energy for things generally. If it’s been going on for a while, affecting your day-to-day life, or feels hard to manage, talking it through with someone you trust or a mental health professional could help.

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