You’ve probably sat in a plane, annoyed by a delay, without thinking about the person behind it. Air traffic controllers juggle hundreds of planes in their head, every second. One tiny mistake? Chaos. That’s why they’re constantly tested for mental stamina—and why they retire earlier than most. Talk about pressure with a view!
And the irony? Their job is so intense that they’re forced to take mandatory breaks every two hours. Ever had a boss who lets you nap because your job is too stressful? Yeah, me neither.
