Good advice artchic.

Ruari I think it's probably normal to be more reserved in expression of our emotions at work. We do have to be different in a professional environment. I also think most people do compartmentalize their life. In a professional world we certainly need to behave accordingly.

I can't say it is unhealthy at all. I don't think it is. If I feel emotional about something it doesn't mean my students need to know about it. I mean I might state that a family member is ill and I worry about her etc but I can't really show it to them fully. It would be unprofessional. And it's uncalled for to show it to workers as well

That's why if one is totally overwhelmed with whatever is going on it is wise to take a sick day ( mental health day) rather than unload it at work. When you work with people especially vulnerable: children, people with disabilities, elderly etc it is unprofessional to overwhelm them with your issues. So I am pretty sure that's how most professionals are. We all have our issues and struggles at home, but we leave it at home

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