Work Tears

[Fall1224]

I was sitting at my desk today & I realized how much I disliked my job. I wanted to burst out in tears!!! I am struggling so much! I am starting to doubt my confidence, even the very little I had. Or if I will find anything I will enjoy or find purpose. I am so confused & emotional. I wish my feelings would just stop. I wish I did not care!!!

[BlueSky125]

What type of work do you do and what don’t you like about it.

[Booklover0219]

I could have written this post. I work very hard at my job but the pressure and stress makes me miserable. I wish I didn’t care but I don’t know how not to care. I’m very sorry you’re going through this too. I’m here if you need to talk about it.

[pam4him]

So sorry for the rough situation. It sounds like something more than new job is causing your anxiety to heighten. The way you describe it could all be symptoms of strong anxiety. It might help to try some journaling to get some of those emotions out. Perhaps some breathing to help calm you (breathe in thru nose for 5 seconds, hold it for 5 seconds, let out slowly through mouth for 5 seconds, repeat 2-3 times) and/or some meditation. Lots of meditation apps to use. If you don't have a treatment plan already, it might be worth discussing with your doctor for some medication to help level those emotions and some counseling to help you cope with the anxiety. Prayers for peace, strength, wisdom and guidance.

[Fall1224]

I feel like getting a new job has only heightened my already existing anxiety. It has been one month since I started my new job & I still get anxious everyday. I cannot wait for the work day to be over! I want to try giving my new job a chance but I cannot help but feel like maybe this is not a good fit for me! Plus, I have been really missing my old job!!! But I tried reaching out to my manager from my old job but she did not reply. This really upsets me too because I know I was a good employee. I think she was upset because I only gave one week notice.

[Mary-intussuception in reply to Fall1224]

Is your old job still open? Could you go back to it ? Have you asked?

Could you talk to your former boss ?

[Fall1224 in reply to Mary-intussuception]

I tried talking to my old boss but she did not respond. I am not sure why she did not respond because I was a good employee. But I found out my position has been filled.

[Mary-intussuception in reply to Fall1224]

Sorry to hear that. Do you like the work in your new job?

Is it just the boss causing you concern?

[Fall1224 in reply to Mary-intussuception]

I don’t really like the work either to be honest.

[Mary-intussuception in reply to Fall1224]

So sorry x

[LordKnowsImTrying]

Do you have any savings? Ive been where you are. One day I had a panic attack in the bathroom from the stress. That day I went back to my desk, packed everything I could fit in my work bag and left like any normal day. On my way to the train, I decided I was never going back. And I didnt. I found a new job about 2 mos later. More money, better title. I dont regret one minute.

[Agora1 in reply to LordKnowsImTrying]

Good move xx

[Fall1224]

I regret taking this new job so much! I don’t know how much longer I can keep doing this!