I got the job

[melbrown]

Hi all. As some of you might remember I interviewed for a receptionist job at the office where my brother works. They liked me, but then the owners got an offer from someone wanting to buy the business. So they decided not to hire anyone until they figure out what they want to do. Well today I was offered the job. My brother texted me telling me to give my 2 weeks it's mine. I'm currently all over the place... Things at my current job hasn't been great... for a long time... I've been at the shop for 20 years... & it's a small place & get little respect. When I had to take time for IOP (3 weeks, medical leave) & Thursdays for my mental health stuff I got basically no support. Like I was a problem. New job is willing to work with me, office is walkable to my appointments. No surprise when I called my boss to tell her the news, not a lot of support. My new job didn't bother calling them for reference, 20 years at same place, my brother's word & meeting me was good enough.

Like I said I'm all over the place right now... in shock & of course anxiety is up, whispering doubts. Trying to tell myself this is a good thing... more pay, less stress, benefits (though my husband's job covers us), paid holidays, M-F 9 to 5. My family is so happy... they've been wanting me to leave forever. My therapist & people at my support group are going to be proud. I hope I'm doing the right thing.

[jkl5500]

I am so happy for you! I always wondered what happened with that potential job, and I know that deep down you wanted to get out of that hellhole you were in. Change is always a little stressful, and having anxiety makes it a little harder. But from what you wrote in the past, this is all upside and no downside! After your first day there, you'll feel like you finally got out of jail! Congratulations to you!

[melbrown in reply to jkl5500]

Thank you 😊 Trying to get positive, this is a good move for me. I'm loyal almost to a fault, so it's difficult to put myself first. I'm sure you are right, after my first day (or so) I'll wonder why I stayed at the shop so long. 💛

[hypercat54]

Hi well done you. It's always a risk leaving a long term job but this does sound like a positive move. x

[melbrown in reply to hypercat54]

Thank you💗

[Hidden]

First off congratulations...be thrilled and when any negative comes into your mind..think of all the pro's to this job...you're going to be great...man you just made my day my dear friend...thank you..I'm so so happy for you!!! Tell your wonderful hubby hello!

Dump trucks of love, peace, light, joy n hugs for you!!

[melbrown in reply to Hidden]

Big hug & lots of love one of my biggest cheerleaders. My husband is over the moon... had to make him swear not to tell our friends until we see them.🍾 I tossed & turned a lot last night, tension headache.... trying to focus on positives. Mainly that my brother loves me very much & wouldn't set me up to fail.💗 I love you so much my beautiful friend. Hope you & your honey are enjoying your weekend.

[Hidden in reply to melbrown]

Okay so now is the time to feed only positive thoughts into your mind....i don't want you thinking about any bad joo-joo...got it, ha! You're going to be great...I can't wait to hear how you feel about working there 3 months from now...you'll more than likely say..why was I so worried..this is the best job ever! Congratulations beautiful you!!!!

Dump trucks of love, peace, light, joy n hugs for you!!!

[Notknitting]

I am elated for you! Just breathe, take a moment at a time, and it as a blessing and a breakthrough. Congratulations!

[melbrown in reply to Notknitting]

Thank you 😊 Needed that reminder... it is a breakthrough, my therapist is g ou ing to be shocked & happy.💛

[Kat63]

I’m so glad you got this job! I think you’ll be much happier. Congratulations!

[melbrown in reply to Kat63]

Thank you Kat 💗 Definitely going to be happier.. everyone I've meet at the office is so nice. Plus I'll have my brother for support & it sounds like that's what they are about.... it'll be good to have that.

[kenster1]

well done mel that's great news life changing future ahead then for all the right reasons.

[melbrown in reply to kenster1]

Thank you Ken 💗 It is so hard to put myself first, learning to do that. And to limit toxic stuff in my life, huge step towards that. Thanks for your support.

[Hidden]

Yayyyyyyyy im so happy for u Mel

[melbrown in reply to Hidden]

Doing happy dance? You were on the list of those I couldn't wait to tell 😅 Trying to believe in myself ... been looking at clothes... get to wear cute stuff. 😊 Love to you & Spidey.💗💗💗

[Hidden in reply to melbrown]

Definitely doing the happy dance for you Mel, im cheering for you you're going to be great!!!!

[Pagesofwords]

Good for you! Congratulations and best wishes.

[melbrown in reply to Pagesofwords]

Thank you 😊

[Agora1]

Oh Mel, you did make the right decision. See how things work out for the

best in time? I'm proud of you as well as happy for you. You did good xx

[melbrown in reply to Agora1]

💗 Agora 💗 Thank you & you are so right. I was having a rough day at work Friday, then my brother texted me with the good news. Staying at a place that doesn't make me happy a majority of the time isn't good for me. I'm scared, but it's going to be okay. Thanks for being there. Love & hugs.

[Hidden]

Congratulations on your new job.

[melbrown in reply to Hidden]

Thank you 😊

[Coralrose5]

Congratulations 🍾 just focus on the positive! Change is always stressful so be kind to yourself and do some extra self care and also treat yourself to something nice.

[melbrown in reply to Coralrose5]

Thanks. Trying to stay positive ... good idea about the self care. My husband is going fishing with the guys the day before I start my new job... maybe I'll get my nails done that day.