# My New Boss Thinks My Normal Work Habits Mean I'm Not Dedicated

> New job demands 10+ hour days and weekends, leaving tech worker with health issues.
- Title: My New Boss Thinks My Normal Work Habits Mean I'm Not…
- Summary: New job demands 10+ hour days and weekends, leaving tech worker with health issues. Tech worker with disability can't get weekends back after promotion due…
- Keywords: terrified in tech, laura helmuth, doree shafrir, good job, workplace, tech jobs, mental health, work-life balance, remote work, disability, stress, Boss
- Source: Slate Magazine — https://slate.com/advice/2026/10/new-job-advice-work-life-balance.html?via=rss
- Author: Laura Helmuth
- Published: 2026-10-22T10:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: terrified in tech, laura helmuth, doree shafrir, good job, workplace, tech jobs, mental health, work-life balance, ai, remote work, disability, stress
## New job offer
Terrified in Tech got a promotion from a former manager's manager after months of searching.
## Work demands
New job requires 10-plus hour days and weekends, plus 24/7/365 availability.
## Health impact
Crying daily and chest pains from work stress, with therapist advising to run.
## Past job issues
Former manager offered old job after tech worker's stress led to urgent care visits.
## Current job risks
Tech worker fears heart attack from stress after previous manager's health crisis.
## Job market struggles
Tech worker exhausted network for interviews after AI rise, no referrals found.
## Laura's advice
Laura recommends non-profits, government jobs, or temp agencies over tech for better mental health.
## Next steps
Tech worker must choose between staying in current job or taking new role with health risks.
## Key takeaway

Tech worker with disability can't get weekends back after promotion due to 10+ hour workdays and constant availability.