Freaking Out, advice please?

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Registered: 11-21-2003
Freaking Out, advice please?
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Tue, 07-20-2004 - 10:28am
Hey everyone,

I am on the verge of a MAJOR freakout. I just started a new job, which I absolutely DESPISE with every fiber of my being. I wake up to anxiety attacks every day, and I'm eating like crazy as a "comfort", which of course means that I've gained about 5 pounds since starting this job. And that only adds to the stress!! Coupled with all of this, my bf and I just moved in together, which is adding stress. And I'm sleeping between him and our dog, which means that I get very little "good" sleep.

So that's it. That's my rant.

Any advice for preventing the inevitable Freak Out that appears to be my destiny?

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Registered: 07-06-2004
Tue, 07-20-2004 - 1:41pm
I'm going to assume that you took this job because you needed the money. So why not tough it out for a few weeks and keep your eye out for other job openings inside the company. Or send your resume out to other companies while working for this one. If it gets too unbearable, a temp agency might be best for you. Just bare in mind that temp agencies don't always have assignments for you.

As for the little pup...you might have to keep the door closed when you retire for the night. Tell the boyfriend that you're not getting enough beauty sleep to funtion properly at work and that Fido will need to start sleeping on the floor or completely out of the room.

iVillage Member
Registered: 06-27-2004
Tue, 07-20-2004 - 2:34pm
Negotiate the dog's sleeping arrangements, line up another job, and lose the one you have. In that order. Talk to your boyfriend calmly about everything. That might help, too.

Lucy

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Registered: 05-13-2003
Tue, 07-20-2004 - 3:29pm
Hi Lucky,

I am older than you so I know there are jobs that are just not worth your sanity. I agree with the other post that you should stick it out for a little while and look into a temp agency etc. Remember: No job is worth your emotional health, you will find one that suits you better.

As for your boyfriend and dog, that's alot of change at once!!! I have always had problems with change and I think alot of people with depression do. Talk to your boyfriend about what is upsetting you. (work, dog, etc.) I always feel alot better when I vent to my husband. Relax and do not be so hard on yourself. Everyone "freaks" out every once and a while.

S.

iVillage Member
Registered: 07-11-2004
Tue, 07-20-2004 - 3:30pm
I just wanted to send you some ((((HUGS)))). I think the advice you've gotten is spot on!! Take it and run with it :o)

I would repeat the talking with your bf most importantly, let him know how your feeling, I'm sure he'll love that you came to him and trusted him with your stresses :o)

Take care of you,

Hugs!!

Pam