Getting Crushed. Like A Bug.

[DharmaGirl]

I'm glad you are recovering MissMacD, it certainly helps to get support.

 

[Britt.f7]

I know it is hard to think this way, but there is going to be something better out there. Maybe not instantly, or as instantly as you would like it to be, but there will be something. You were probably up against someone who just had a smidge more, more what I have no idea. This does not mean you were not good enough. They had to choose one.

Of course, I'm the person that hates games because someone always loses, so I am not sure how good my pep talk is going to be. I really do hate games.

I've been on disability for 7 years or so. It's just gotten worse financially in this economy. We were making it for awhile, but now it is just bad. My husband works two jobs. I really hate this and hope we can dig out. I hope, for your sake, you can do the same. I wish you luck.

 

[MissMacD]

Ideally I would like to get back into the workforce but I don't know if it will happen. After my last breakdown my capacity for stress is very low.

 

[MissMacD]

Another interview tomorrow. I am so anxious and absent minded lately. Going back to work is a relief and a huge stress. Anyone else dealt with this transition?

 

[The Albatross]

Yup, it was a matter of keeping my priorities in front of my own eyes. I focused more on the relief than I did the stress. I've done it twice. Once after a major illness. Once after inordinate stress/near break. The former was easier. Pace yourself, allow loosely for time for self calming/nurturing and go for the gusto (and good luck).

 

[MissMacD]

It's not easy getting back up, but at least I finally took the time to stay down and take care of myself. The past two years I have been learning to sleep and eat on a schedule and take better care of my body.

My mental health has been in shambles for years.

 

[MissMacD]

So. The company that crushed me a few weeks ago is giving me an interview for a different position and three other companies have contacted me in the past few days for potential interviews.

I need to work as it helps keep my depression and PTSD symptoms manageable. Social and mental stimulation is so good to my well being.

 

[StarChild]

he company that crushed me a few weeks ago is giving me an interview for a different position

Wow @MissMacD, that's fantastic news! Now you see, what a strong impression you made on them. :wideeyed: Great! And three other companies are interested in you! You'll going to choose "your" job, finally! Keeping my fingers crossed and will light candles for you. :tup:

 

[billie]

I think some of the strongest people I know are the ones who had to do it alone as kids. you have that resilience to bounce back sweet. I wish you all the best, don't give up you are too special.

 

[MissMacD]

SweetLullaby, your sweet comments made me teary. Thank you for your support.

billie, I underestimate my strength far too often.

 

[MissMacD]

Wow. Today was moving. I had a job interview where I felt safe to be a little personal with my potential employer. I talked about my struggle when I lost my job and how a food bank helped me so I volunteered to help other people feel better. I think this is the type of employer I need, not someone who is going to try to alienate me if they find out I've had a tough life.

 

[MissMacD]

Thank you for all of your loving support. The job that crushed me last month turned me down because they felt that I was better in a different department. So they have officially hired me and now I have my dream job! :D

@The Albatross @Bedbug @billie @SweetLullaby @Britt.f7 @DharmaGirl @Spiderallis @Echo @Samantha_38 @franciemarnie