New Job And Holidays

[Overcast]

I will be glad when I am past the holidays. I start a new job tomorrow and really feel scared because my nightmares and sleep has been off. It is unlikely they will subside until after the holidays are over. Christmas and Christmas Eve are anniversaries of my traumatic events. I get these symptoms every year. I hope the stress of learning a new job doesn't put me over the edge and mess up another job.

 

[The Albatross]

To set yourself up for a better chance at success, what steps are you taking during this anniversary time?

 

[Barconian]

Just do your best, Overcast :)

 

[Bees Are Awesome]

All the best for you and your new job, Overcast! A new job is stressful for anyone but can be especially stressful to those of us with PTSD. Compounded with starting it around the holidays and anniversaries, no wonder you are feeling a bit overwhelmed! It's good that you are talking about it here. Sending positive thoughts your way.

 

[Definitely..maybe]

Good for you for going out and getting a job! Very happy for you with that, as some people (me) with ptsd can't even handle that. I hope everything goes well for you and hopefully takes your mind off of haunting memories.

Sending lots of happy thoughts your way!

This year instead of thinking too much of the horrible anniversary, try to create new, happy memories.
I know- much easier said then done!

 

[Overcast]

I want to thank everyone for your replies. Just typing out my thoughts last night helped. My first day was in eventful and I was able to get through without any sympts