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When in a similar situation, I went to therapy, which helps. Also exercise, I find a lousy feeling builds up when I don't exercise and magically goes away when
by downrightmike 2y ago
When in a similar situation, I went to therapy, which helps. Also exercise, I find a lousy feeling builds up when I don't exercise and magically goes away when I do. Also eat right, you have to feed your gut properly or it will affect your brain. Use the healthcare to take care of yourself. You'll need coping mechanisms where ever you go. I think life is just about figuring out those coping mechanisms as you go.
- anxious_ape 2y agoAppreciate the advice. I'm doing most of those things. My only use of healthcare has been at the ER for chest pains - turned out to be anxiety. Scheduled months ago for a new PCP after moving cross-country and my appointment is still 2 months out.
- downrightmike 2y agoSame, cognitive behavioral therapy helps with that, but getting out of the situation does help too. Put an end date out there and find another job and use your healthcare. Sick days for mental health is 100% a good idea
- fallinditch 2y agoThis is good advice. Also consider taking some sick leave in order to kick start your health recovery. This is likely to lead to a much better outcome than reactively quitting and then working out what to do. In other words keep your options open. Your employer has a duty of care towards you and should be able to help you. This may lead to a win win situation for everyone, but if your employer is at fault for whatever reason then you will be in a much stronger position (legal and otherwise) if you don't quit, at least for the time being.