View Single Post
 
Old Jan 08, 2015, 07:20 PM
TheOriginalMe's Avatar
TheOriginalMe TheOriginalMe is offline
Out of Order
 
Member Since: Feb 2014
Location: England
Posts: 16,092
Don't rush going back to work if you are not ready, but at the same time start figuring out a plan for how and when you will return, but do it slowly.

Can your CC put you in contact with an Employment Support Worker? I talked to one and while it didn't improve my situation it did remind me that I don't have to do everything on my own and that it is OK to admit to finding work hard.

When it is time to go back, will you be able to do a phased return and build up your hours and responsibilities slowly?

Is there anything specific about your job that is concerning you? E.g. your colleagues, bosses, workload, or is it about the energy, motivation and concentration that working requires?

I don't know what to suggest about colleagues, bosses and workload and even if I did, my own bad experience on that front makes me highly unqualified to advise anyone.

However, try to start building some routines into your life, getting up and dressed by a certain time, doing a set amount of physical activity and something mentally challenging each day, creating a gentle routine for yourself will help build some resilience to deal with the motivation and general effort it takes to go to work.

Take care and stay safe.