[jojo1988]

I've missed a lot of work because I've been sick. I've had colds, and upset stomachs, etc. The thing is, I could work through it, and I know I could except for I always get so nervous about feeling trapped it gets the best of me. I always think "what if I can't function because I get so sick while at work." that I can't work. What makes it worse is the people i work with. If I have a cold and have to run to the bathroom to blow my nose, they get so angry, like they are jealous because I have to blow my nose. They can be childish and silly at times about me working while not feeling well. Which makes me feel like i am going to have a panic attack. I like my job because i see the same people everyday, so i am used to them by now, but i can't deal with the few that question me about everything and get so mad at me for no reason. At least I am at work, right?
What can i do to calm myself down? I get so nervous because I hate being judged, and a couple of them make big deals out of little things. I always feels trapped and corned, which gives me panic attacks.

[optimize990h]

Originally Posted by jojo1988

I've missed a lot of work because I've been sick. I've had colds, and upset stomachs, etc. The thing is, I could work through it, and I know I could except for I always get so nervous about feeling trapped it gets the best of me. I always think "what if I can't function because I get so sick while at work." that I can't work. What makes it worse is the people i work with. If I have a cold and have to run to the bathroom to blow my nose, they get so angry, like they are jealous because I have to blow my nose. They can be childish and silly at times about me working while not feeling well. Which makes me feel like i am going to have a panic attack. I like my job because i see the same people everyday, so i am used to them by now, but i can't deal with the few that question me about everything and get so mad at me for no reason. At least I am at work, right?
What can i do to calm myself down? I get so nervous because I hate being judged, and a couple of them make big deals out of little things. I always feels trapped and corned, which gives me panic attacks.

I use to ignore that type of behaviors from co-workers, but now I "clarify things" with those who may be trying to bully consciously or subconsciously. And, if they can not adjust their behavior, I find it is better to confront them early. This way, they can't minimize their behavior which could be verbally abusive. This way I found there is some dialogue especially if I ask them to sign a statement indicating they understood what we just discussed(I have not gotten to that point, but I am mentally prepared to do it). So, I hope you are not experiencing workplace bullying.

I don't know if you have seen a psychiatric doc/counselor who also could provide constructive way of managing the anxiety, but it can help. The more support, the better.
Take care.

[layla11]

Hi, do you feel comfortable telling your boss about their behavior? Because its not fair to you and its none of their business. Where I work, thats what I would do. I wouldn't feel comfortable in that situation at all. You don't have to tell the boss anything personal. I would just let them know how you are being treated, so he or she can put a stop to it. Not that you are trying to get them in trouble, but its the boss or company's job to deal with this.