How to leave a job without feeling guilty?

Challenge kept you motivated but politics, heavy responsibilities and low recognition compelle you to leave. Hence the answer is clear , to leave in search for what you want even if offered an immediate position. Because even if you stay with the immediate position, the above 3 reason would continue to compelle you to leave.

To exit without guilt, plan the notice in proper according to contract terms, offer complete details and good hand over guides and training. Offer tips to successor for fast grip of task / duties and ensure existing task complete before leaving.

Keep in touch with ex boss / colleagues and leave in a good relationship and mood. Sometimes it's just a matter of personal growth and be able to contribute more. One day you might be back when you have grown more experience or things get better in the current company. So no guilt. 😀

Cheers​​​

At the end of the day, you are just an employee, your main responsibility should be your dependents and yourself.

If a better opportunity comes along, consider it and if you like where you currently are, bring this up to your bosses and negotiate for a better contract. Just be a responsible worker, make sure you do a proper handover, and stay available to help out (at least be able to respond to questions) after you leave the company.

Don't ever feel guilty, leave the succession of your role to your bosses, that's what they are paid to do.