IIM alum quits 60 LPA job to escape rat race, felt free initially, now says he’s “trapped inside his own thoughts”

A mid-30s professional shares his experience after quitting a lucrative corporate career without a backup. Initially enjoying newfound freedom, he now grapples with emptiness and a loss of identity. The post highlights the unexpected challenges of unstructured time, resonating with many who question the true meaning of work and life direction beyond the daily grind.