[Superheroine]

I've made a decision. I'm turning in my resignation June 1st. My last day will be the 15th and because I have sick time to burn, I'll be working 2 days a week until I leave. I'm nervous about it, because I don't have anything lined up, but I just can't do this anymore. For the sake of my health, I need to leave. Just super stressed about it, as usual.

[Skeezyks]

[speckofdust]

Good luck to you, Superheroine!In many ways, I wish I could be that brave! Sometimes, when we do things to make our lives more bearable, other unexpected opportunities come along, and I hope something great is right around the corner for you!

I just did the same thing. Last day is 17 June and I only have promises of work, nothing in writing. But I don't care. Can't do another winter of 4am starts and 18 hour days 2-3 times a week with an endless succession of new managers every 6 months in a pointless job. Gotta go. Good luck from England - let's share stories, keep a thread going?

[Ceara1010]

Originally Posted by Superheroine

I've made a decision. I'm turning in my resignation June 1st. My last day will be the 15th and because I have sick time to burn, I'll be working 2 days a week until I leave. I'm nervous about it, because I don't have anything lined up, but I just can't do this anymore. For the sake of my health, I need to leave. Just super stressed about it, as usual.

I think it's a good idea. If you're job is giving you PTSD then you need another job.

However, can you just switch to another type of crime investigation? You know, crimes that don't involve violence? Or how about white-collar crime? It would be a shame to stop using your talents and skills.

--Ceara1010

[Superheroine]

Thanks everyone. I emailed my boss to ask for a meeting next week. I'm actually really nervous about it. Big surprise. EVERYTHING triggers my stress and anxiety.

To answer Ceara's question... No, I'm done with law enforcement completely. I want nothing to do with it. I just can't deal with it. It's too stressful and triggering.

[MadAlice77]

Originally Posted by Superheroine

Thanks everyone. I emailed my boss to ask for a meeting next week. I'm actually really nervous about it. Big surprise. EVERYTHING triggers my stress and anxiety.

To answer Ceara's question... No, I'm done with law enforcement completely. I want nothing to do with it. I just can't deal with it. It's too stressful and triggering.

You are so lucky, I dream of this every day but have no way to survive without a job. I currently have an opportunity to apply for a job I want in another department in my company but am absolutely beyond terrified to tell my boss (I need his approval). Life is so freaking hard, why is it so socially unacceptable to just have some time off? I know that if I personally, had 6 months to pull myself together, I could be someone totally different. All I can say is that you are lucky... enjoy your time!