It will help me to write this out and feedback is appreciated.

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4. Tobin, I can relate to anxiety.

Just the idea of going to a Doctor causes my blood pressure and pulse to rise. I have developed coping mechanisms using meditation and occasionally an anti-anxiety medication. From my research, possibly 40% or more of us inherit anxiety. It's in our genes.

I retired and applied for SS at the earliest possible date. It required that I carefully budget my income. Before retirement, money was not object and I spent it. My last job before retirement was selected because it was low stress, way below my skill and former pay level. So far, it's working out for me. No regrets

Continuing to work in a job you hate is not good for your health. Make a list of your options, select the best and make a plan with steps towards that goal.

best wishes in all that you decide to do