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It’s no secret that most people don’t really like their jobs. You’d probably rather be doing anything but sitting in a cubicle, tapping away at your keyboard and watching the seconds tick by on the clock. But no matter how bad your profession may seem, it’s nothing compared to some of the highly demanding and stressful jobs that you could be stuck at. Here are a few of the worst to make you feel a little better about your own occupation.

1. Waiter/bartender. Not only is this type of job physically demanding, since you have to be on your feet and moving fast all day (or night), it can also be terribly stressful (have you ever noticed how demanding, picky, and unforgiving people can be when it comes to dining out?). And since you practically live on tips, you pretty much have to put up with whatever crap people hand you (and take it with a smile). It’s even worse for bartenders, who also have to listen to everyone’s sob stories, break up bar fights, and try to wrestle car keys away from drunken idiots who think they’re “okay to drive”.

2. Psychologist. Can you think of any job more depressing than listening to people talk about their problems all day? There’s a reason most psychologists seek therapy themselves. And add to that the fact that you’re engaging in an imprecise science, which relies heavily on your ability to read people, get to the root of their complex problems, and basically wing it when it comes to helping them, and you’re looking at a job that is undeniably stressful (and often disappointing).

3. Freight handlers. Talk about a job a monkey could do. If you spend your day lifting and sorting boxes for shipping, you are likely losing a few brain cells a day to utter boredom. Not only that; this job is also extremely demanding on your body. It won’t be long before you have aches and pains in areas that you didn’t even know could hurt. You’ll put stress on all of your joints and back injuries are pretty much par for the course. And for all of this, you get paid just slightly more than minimum wage.

4. Dentist. Often cited as one of the most stressful jobs, dentistry can be a trying field. Face it: most people would rather be anywhere than in the dentist’s chair. And it can’t be fun to make kids cry every time they see you. It’s no wonder so many dentists commit suicide.

5. Police officer. Serving and protecting rarely reveals the best of humanity. If you’re pulling someone over or responding to a 9-1-1 situation, you’re likely to witness the absolute worst that the human race has to offer. This can leave you pretty jaded. In addition, you’ll be called on to chase people, shoot them, get shot at, suffer physical attacks, come under scrutiny for your actions (sometimes publicly), and often face criticism from the very people you’re trying to help. Of course, there’s a certain nobility to it all, but that won’t keep you warm at night.

Sarah Danielson is a writer for Roth IRA where you can find out information about converting to a Roth IRA and learn how to start a Roth IRA as well as finding other tools and information to help you on the road to retirement.

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