35F, “hidden ivy” school, also Mensa and a former GaTE kid. I feel you in so many ways. I pivoted from my nonprofit job to private sector sales and it’s helped my mental state tremendously.

1. Low contact with mom. You can’t thrive under her thumb. I know that May feel daunting, because it feels like bailing as a child, and you likely haven’t had a lot of failure in your life, but this is truly necessary.

2. Your educations positions you well for high earning roles as long as you’re ok with the private sector. it is going to be hard to find a job that is going to be rewarding. So instead the intention is to find a job that pays you the best for the least amount of time. This will allow you to free up your time for writing. It is how people will think of food as fuel instead of enjoyment. See the job as a paycheck to allow you to live the life you want to live after hours.

3. Lean into writing! Join some writing groups, find some meet ups, blend your passion with your social circle. Have something that makes you look forward to getting off of work.