New Job Going Well

[Senecia]

I was fairly stressed at the beginning. So bad so, that it seemed as if my progress had vanished. Digestive irregularities returned, nausea, teeth grinding, headaches - the works. Though after being thrown into a crash course and developing better relationships with my coworkers, my stress level has significantly decreased. After many burns, drink spills, and other oopsies, I'm making tips - even receiving compliments. Woohoo!

I never thought I'd be a barista before, because of the job description. Not only am I constantly interacting with people, but I'm making a product for someone that will be criticized. I've never taken criticism in a manageable way before. Never have I been more proficient in small talk, either.

Honestly I never thought I'd be where I am now. I'm having a lot more positive outlook on everything. I'm not quite sure if this would've been possible without the aid of medication. I'm interested in knowing what my condition will be like after I'm taken off of it. I still have panic attacks, nightmares and the whole lot, but it's just less frequent now. It's manageable and I'm coping better. So, yay. Progress.

Now I just need to dig up my big fears and desensitize myself...Sigh. Time for repeated exposure therapy.

 

[Deleted member 1860]

Congrats! Being a barista is stressful.....(Dealing with cranky customers who get pissy if you didn't make their caffeine concoction perfectly? Ya!) I worked in a cafe for a few months and really didn't like it....then again, I know nothing about coffee because I don't drink it. Probably a poor choice for me cuz the smell of coffee is triggering. Oops.

 

[SabrinaB]

That's great progress! You should be proud of yourself for persevering through the rough start. It takes time and effort for the symptoms to resolve so allow yourself the luxury of time without setting expectations too high. Establishing a work- life routine is a giant step toward desensitization so celebrate your accomplishments!

 

[Leah Morgan]

Wow congratulations you sound so positive and brave go you keep at it. X

 

[Senecia]

Thank you all, I'm really happy about it <3

 

[The Albatross]

Yay Senecia,,, congratulations!

 

[LilyL]

happy for you) I used to work barista, very pleasant job) enjoy it and develop yourself)