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Old Jul 29, 2011, 09:48 AM
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sorry bout your watch. i'd check with jewelers to see if they can replace the glass or order one for you.

workplace stress
elana it seems some of your learned coping skills being ACOA are indicated in your thread. here's why i'm suggesting that:
"But, to be honest, I just never understand the office environment. I try to act like the others, and pretend to be energetic. Some days it's easier. Some days it is all I can do to keep from crying. I feel confused by people and strongly dislike others (in authoritative positions) telling me what to do. I get so triggered by that that I cringe. But I put up with it because that's what work is; having other people telling you what to do."
try to be easier on yourself at work.
your bosses are just doing their job and you can learn to be a team player. their "telling you what to do" is not personal. it's their responsibility to get the work done.
know that your being yourself rather than mimicking others is OK. and a reminder, you're ok. be pleasant but be your true self. you have a lot to offer!
are u still going to ACOA? i think it would help as well as talking about these things in therapy. i used to say "i don't do life well". by my working on this confusion it made my life much better by understanding the underlying causes and ways tio overcome them.
sorry for the long post.
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