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Old Jun 13, 2015, 10:28 AM
IceCreamKid IceCreamKid is offline
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Originally Posted by CraigsMuse1960 View Post
Thank you for responding to my post, I appreciate it.

I spoke with my psychiatrist about this and she said she advises her patients with bipolar to not work overnights. Knowing what I know about myself and my energy level, I just don't think I can handle it. I was offered the job and talked it over with several family members, all of whom (surprisingly) concurred overnights would be too taxing. Maybe 10 years ago I could have done it, but I was working long, odd hours even then and barely getting by. I guess I feel like I'm too old to start something like this. Anyway, I declined the job but did offer to work prn and on call and they offered me that kind of position. That way I have a little more control over when I work and when I can't. Because some days I just can't.

Hope you are doing well.
I think you did the right thing. Good self-care is important, especially for those who care for others. I no longer have the energy to work flat-out, non-stop, 27/7 and I'm not going to apologize for it. I still have plenty to offer and I'm still interested in working hard, but I am equally interested in maintaining the quality of my non-working hours. Good for you for coming to the decision you did.