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Work life balance

Find strategies and support for managing career demands alongside personal wellbeing.

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Jona · 20d ago

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I’m sharing this as a job seeker. We look for work because we need income, yet some platforms require payment before we can even continue. It feels unfair and discouraging. Help should be accessible, not something we have to buy first. We hope for real opportunities, not added expenses. Support job seekers with fairness, transparency, and genuine help not extra costs.

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SEEK Admin · 18 Nov 2025

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Let's talk breakfast. Lots of workplaces are offering return-to-office perks like barista coffee and free breakfast, and we'd like to know: what does your employer provide? Bonus question: what do you wish they'd stock in the pantry?

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Gina · 9d ago

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Any advice on dealing with grief while having to work? I just started a new job 3 weeks ago, a week after I lost my Mum and I’ve had a few days where I just didn’t want to get out my bed because the grief felt so heavy. Trying my best to push through and get used to this new norm.

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Indie · 30 Mar 2026

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I’m exhausted! There’s never really a slow day at work and there's always something crazy going on! It’s draining, but knowing what I contribute has such a huge impact is what keeps me going. When work gets hectic, what helps it still feel meaningful for you?

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Amelia · 17 Mar 2026

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Gen z here. I don’t hate my job but I’m burnt out. I’m underpaid, stressed about the cost of living, and constantly trying to keep it together. Some days it feels like I’m just getting through the week… so meaning in what i do and having a reason to care beyond the paycheck are the least of my worries right now. I just need to pay the bills. would love to hear how others are coping.

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Karen · 16 Mar 2026

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I had an interview for another hospital closer to home. my managers were down as my referees, both declined due to not knowing about my application. I missed out because I totally forgot to ask if they were still ok to be my references. I have applied again to same hospital since that forgetfulness of mine and I've not heard anything back this time. I am rather disappointed that my referees had not asked me, as my num did and completed the reference.

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Zain · 9 Feb 2026

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Be professional and control your emotions. 😬

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Jahstice · 29 Oct 2025

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Hi I’m currently looking for a job again after two years of having my son im a single mother and my child doesn’t go to daycare, I’m having a very had time looking for a job that would work around my child schedule and would love some advice

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Rachael · 7 Apr 2026

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🔥BURNOUT🔥 To everyone who is hustling! Take👏 Care👏 Of 👏 Your👏Self Burnout can be horrific and ruin everything you’ve worked so hard for. It’s been two years since I went through that and it took so long to get back on track. It doesn’t matter what position you’re in, where you work, what you do, how much you make, what colour, gender,ethnicity- nothing. YOU are not replaceable. You can’t pour from your cup if it’s empty. Rest. Relax. Recover. You got this 🙏

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Anon748191 · 16 Oct 2025

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I read an article last week about 'quiet cracking' which is basically burnout. My work is super hectic at the moment and there are times when I go home completely wrecked and just stare at my phone - Is that burnout? I'm sure it's not good but I'm only in my 20s so it can't permanently damage me can it?