stressed out at work

Hi jeeper,

Trouble with work is a huge problem for bipolars. You can bet we've probably all been there. I just had to quit my job because it was too stressful for me. I hope your day off is going okay and you can recharge and get back on track.

serafena

Even though I have just a lousy part-time customer service job, I have great difficulty with it nowadays. I've been there nearly three years (somehow) and I find that my mood fluctuations are extremely volatile while there, which is a big issue when you're dealing with the public.

My problem was exacerbated by having a different schedule every week, which is common for these kinds of jobs. The instability was so much that I had to request a set schedule, which thankfully I got, starting next week.

I personally find that if I'm asked to multitask, it really amplifies the problem. Since my emotional state is so up and down, the last thing I need is a bunch of different tasks bogging me down, such as you describe, being pulled in different directions. Even the simplest of jobs can become a problem then. I wish you well.

You're certainly not.

I for one had a rather bad day at work today. Almost got into an argument with a customer. Well, I sort of did, actually, but it was brief. Work really does bring out the worst in me, which is one among the numerous reasons I'm looking for a new (real) job.

Best of luck again.

Hi,

If you're not comfortable with other people knowing about your medical condition, then, you are entitled not to tell them about it. Besides, telling them may result to misunderstanding or worse, discrimination. Also, maybe there are things in your work that make you feel overwhelmed and stressed out. It's better for you to talk to your family, friends or someone you really trust.

Regards,
atvsamala

Hi jeeper,

~Congratulations on your new job!~ 

I hope this one works out much better for you.

thanks sukay and serafina!  I am hopeful, too, that this one will work out better for me.  It is with Hospice.  I have done hospice work off and on for nine years and it feels good to be getting back to it.  Yes it is stressful, but so rewarding.  I get no rewards where I am now - just headaches!  Also, I am getting back into a spirituality class.  I went for about 2 years but had to drop out because of my job - I could never get out on time.  So overall, I think I'm beginning to take better care of myself.