Woes on the Grind

[ProudMamaofFurBabies]

I have been on medical leave, and I have to go back to work. I am dreading every minute of it, I am trying to stay positive and uplifted, but it is more than challenging to do so.

[casablancalover14]

I have been in the same situation as you. I was out on medical leave, and the longer it took to start feeling better, I started to dread going back to work. I love my job, but I had some anxiety kicking in, and I didn't even want to get in my car to go to the grocery store.

I started out by taking small trips around the neighborhood, and finally made my way to the store after a few days. It just takes some time, but you will get there. I'm rooting for you!🐦🐦

[Listless_Traveler]

I wish I had more encouraging words, but I am just as defeated. I'm almost moved past the point of dread, and advanced to hopeless acceptance. I know the work is important but it feels worthless and soul less. I know people who have worked for the same company for 25 years and I have no idea how they will themselves to do that. I often find my thoughts wandering what the point of working to live if the only thing waiting for me is more work. I just don't think people were meant to live like this.