A Reddit user recounted their struggle with an overwhelming workload and an unresponsive manager after submitting a resignation on March 23. The employee described working 12+ hours daily for inadequate pay, coupled with poor work culture and excessive micromanagement. Despite expressing the unbearable workload in their resignation email, the manager's vague HR response left the resignation unacknowledged. The situation worsened as the employee felt their concerns were dismissed, leading them to believe they were being gaslit. As the workload increased further, the employee sought advice on how to handle the situation without jeopardizing their professional reputation. Many Reddit users responded, suggesting that a resignation does not always require formal acceptance, and recommended keeping thorough documentation and informing HR directly.