"The company was never meant to define my entire life."

No One Told Me to Leave, But I Had to is a heartfelt essay by Korean author 마음수첩, who shares her honest story of burnout, resignation, and self-recovery.

From being labeled a "parachute hire" to enduring toxic work culture and exhausting human relationships, the author documents what it means to walk away—not out of defeat, but to protect herself.

This book is not just about quitting a job. It's about choosing yourself.

Whether you're currently employed, on the edge of burnout, or have already stepped away, these pages may feel like your own story.

"No one told me to leave, but I had to—because I wanted to stay true to myself."

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