One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

[NoraC]

Re: One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

Hi guys. Really having a hard time. This close to quitting my job and throwing my life away. Need some good thoughts to get over this and get back to a peaceful place. 59 years old - got to keep it together for a few more years then I can retire. I can't throw it away right now.
:sad:

[NoSugar]

Re: One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

Thinking of you, [MENTION=9757]NoraC[/MENTION] :hug: Remember, you aren't your job. And you aren't defined by your bosses or co-workers either. They've made up some story about themselves and you and they believe it. You don't have to. xx

[NoraC]

Re: One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

Thanks. NS - you truly helped. :hug:

[bird]

Re: One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

Nora, I hate my job too. I have quit this same job and returned too many times to count...anyway, something I do at work a lot to get through...I think of 5 good things about my job..sometimes I can think of 10...sometimes I do this before I go to work...when I am having trouble with a person at work...same thing...I TRY and think of 5 good things about the and try to see things from their perspective...I also listen to a lot of positive podcast and meditations while I work. You may not have that option though....I also go in the bathroom and try to settle down, read some stuff on my phone or do a bit of exercise...:hug:....b

[Lizann]

Re: One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

:hug: I'm sorry you're have such a tough time. Bird is right, take a break, even if it's a short one. Do some meditation in that bathroom stall. I heard someone once say before you walk through that door spray some "pam" on yourself and let all the bad stuff just slide off of you. If you can listen to positive podcast or even just some good music, that might help. Remember to breathe. When you leave work, can you "leave it all there" and escape somewhere safe? Sending all the positive thoughts I can your way. Tomorrow will be a better day.
P.S. Don't quit, let them fire you, then you can collect:eek-new:

[Lizann]

Re: One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

Have a great AF :congratulatory: night!

[NoraC]

Re: One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

Thank you all so much. Great suggestions and I will use them. I am sorry that I sounded so desperate - think it was lots & lots of stuff that built up. Thank goodness I don't drink because that would have made everything worse.

Tomorrow will be a much better day.

[paulywogg]

Re: One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

Morning friends,Nora,what's going on at work? Is there anything in particular that's driving you crazy? Vent away if you need to Bird,I laughed a little at exercise in the bathroom I just imagined doing jumping jacks and someone walking in haha,Liz,when does your son hear about the new possible job? Seen it was Mamas birthday yesterday? Miss her a lot around here she was so damn funny,Rusty,are you home or travelin? Kell went back to work yesterday and she was very anxious poor thing,she got thru her shift ok but when she got home her stupid boyfriend was accusing her of cheating cuz she was a little late,,what?!?! She barely had Romeo 4 weeks ago,her bf is becoming more idiotic day by day jeez ok wishes for a POSITIVE booze free Tuesday with giant cans of Pam for us all,just let it all roll off our backs,screw the b.s!

[Lizann]

Re: One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

Haha, love that your using the PAM Pauly. Wow Kelly's bf sounds pretty insecure. Sadly we cannot choose who they are with. I hope it all works out. How is he with the kids? Mark should hear something about the job within the next few weeks.

Nora you're sounding better today! You didn't sound desperate,more like frustrated. You're entitled to vent and I'm glad you came here. I hope today truly was better and you were able to find some good in it.

Tomorrow is CJs birthday. I do miss her. We sent her a package. When Erin came to pick up Logan we videoed all of us singing happy birthday and will send it to her tomorrow, I had a cupcake with a candle, too. I took one for the team and ate the cupcake myself.

wishing you all a great Tuesday night!

[NoraC]

Re: One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

Look what Rusty sent me today :hahaha::hahaha::hahaha:

[NoraC]

Re: One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

Thank you everyone for all the support. I appreciate all the good ideas. Loved the spraying with Pam idea, Pauly. :rotlf: Anyway, it is just the same old thing that I've complained about 1000 times. It is not worth my energy. I know that and honestly don't know why I let myself get so upset. I am working on getting my head back to a better place. I want to be a positive, happy person and I have been struggling with that lately. Thank you all for letting me just vent. I saw some good posts in the Nest earlier today and didn't get a chance to read them completely. But, it was just what I need to hear right now. I'm heading back over to copy some of them to my journal.

Pauly - sorry that Kell's boyfriend is being a #&*#&&#^$(#!!!!!

Liz - such a cute birthday idea for CJ. Sweet of you to take it for the team with the cupcake though. LOL

Bird - thank you again for such great ideas about work. Have you been playing much lately?

Rusty - hope you're having a good trip. Did your Mom get moved in?

AG - how are you doing? Check in please.

NoSugar - thank you for always having the 'words'. You have helped me so many times.

Glassie - you are missed young lady. How is HRH?

I know that I haven't addressed everyone. But, I'm going to post this before I get sidetracked again. Have a great night (morning/afternoon).

[Glass Half Empty]

Re: One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

Hi lovies
Nora I’m sorry your job is getting you down. It’s hard when you have to spend so much time there but I can only echo what everyone else says. Just let it slide over you and remember that as long as you have your phone with you, your little pocket army has your back! So just pat your phone, think of us thinking of you, and give a little smile – that will really make them crazy.

Rusty – I hope your Mom settles in OK. She sounds like she’s putting a very positive spin on her move, bless her.

Pauly and Liz – your kids are so lucky to have you to look after the grandies. I’d love to look after HRH a bit more during the week but it’ll be a long time until I can afford to reduce my hours. I have the little darling tonight so her parents can have a Valentine’s Day dinner. She’s getting cuter by the day – so chatty now and running everywhere.

I’ll be away for a couple of days as I’ve been asked to speak at a conference on Friday. I’m really, really nervous - I might need to rely on my pocket army too!

Hello to Bird and AG

Take care everyone and happy Valentine’s Day!

[Jude58]

Re: One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

Hi guys. Really having a hard time. This close to quitting my job and throwing my life away. Need some good thoughts to get over this and get back to a peaceful place. 59 years old - got to keep it together for a few more years then I can retire. I can't throw it away right now.
:sad:

Nora, have you ever read the book Don't sweat the small stuff at work? It's an older book but it does have many good points. It's kind of like getting used to not drinking, you have to change your whole mindset. Worth a shot if you haven't already read it. :hug:

[abcowboy]

to all the Stepper Sweetie's!

[Rusty]

Re: One Step at a Time. . . . February 2018

Happy Valentine's Day from Canada! Here til tomorrow. :-)

Nora:hug: So sorry you are so miserable at work. Just don't let them see you break down. They will perceive you as weak, and you are not, so don't give your boss and co-workers the satisfaction.