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I needed to take the day off!

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I've been feeling good the past couple of months. I have a new job as a Direct Care Worker. I really like it as well as the residents at the group home. School is going pretty good as well. Someone called off tonight for third shift. I couldn't do it! I didnt want to do it! worked five days straight, 2 of which were 12 hr shifts. Yet, in a way I feel bad, but I need the day to take care of me! Is that selfish? How can I take care of others if I feel like I'm drained?

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Agora1

Sadanxiousspirit76, you are far from being selfish. You are going to school

and working? You made the right choice, you need that time for yourself

to regenerate. I support you :) xx

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Sadanxiousspirit76 in reply toAgora1

Thank you!

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foxglove_pnw

Setting healthy boundaries and taking care of your self is not selfish at all !!

Take care of your self first !!! ❤️

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Sadanxiousspirit76 in reply tofoxglove_pnw

Thank you!

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Sadanxiousspirit76 in reply tofoxglove_pnw

Thank you!

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