[Stronger]

Today was my last day. I'm gunna miss it there, and I do hope that in the summer when school's over that I'll be able to go back.
But, when I got out of the hospital after my most recent breakdown, I knew something had to change. Dropping a class and a few other minor changes weren't enough. So two weeks ago I gave my boss my two week notice. It felt awful! I love my job! But...I know that this is for the best.
I'm just a little frustrated with myself for not being able to do everything (and do it all perfectly).
Has anyone else ever had to make a really hard decision like that with their job?

[Gus1234U]

yes, i have. i love to work, but the job i gave up was because the boss was abusive, and i had issues with her. i couldn't take the stress... i hope you're right about summer,, it sounds like you are a good employee~

best wishes~
Gus

[Little Lulu]

Yes, I've left jobs- one because of stress, a couple because they were not a good fit at the time. It is a good thing you are taking care of yourself. I liked what you said - it felt bad but you know it was for the best.

You are not alone, Stronger.

[Clearsky14]

Yes . When I was doing well, I loved it and I rocked at it. However it got to the point where I could barely function myself let alone help anyone else so I had to resign. It was probably one of the most devastating events in my life. Better to resign then be fired, though. And also, sooo imortant to take care of yourself.

[live2ski66]

Stronger,
Congratulations on your strength and choosing yourself as first and foremost. I too am going through something very similar. I had to give up (mutual decision) the job of my dreams and now I have to leave the best place I've lived in and love. I'm going back to my ex-in laws (yes, you read it correctly). Bugsy, my faithful trooper and I will be leaving mid next week, driving the UHaul over Colorado mountain passes. I hope the weather cooperates. I'm looking both at inpatient and outpatient treatments, hopefully get better and move on to bigger and brighter things. I just can't thank my "outlaws" enough for helping me out in this crisis.

[IceCreamKid]

Originally Posted by Stronger

Today was my last day. I'm gunna miss it there, and I do hope that in the summer when school's over that I'll be able to go back.
But, when I got out of the hospital after my most recent breakdown, I knew something had to change. Dropping a class and a few other minor changes weren't enough. So two weeks ago I gave my boss my two week notice. It felt awful! I love my job! But...I know that this is for the best.
I'm just a little frustrated with myself for not being able to do everything (and do it all perfectly).
Has anyone else ever had to make a really hard decision like that with their job?

It is unrealistic to think one can do everything perfectly. I operated under that horrible pressure for years and only lately have I decided to cut myself some slack--and the reason is so I can actually start enjoying this life I have been living for decades. You've done the right thing.

[worthit]

Both my pdoc and T wanted me to quit one of my 2 jobs but I wanted to try to shorten the hours. Now I'm doing just 12 hrs at that one and can see how much of a stress it is, starting with just the rush hour drive in. I'm on partial disability.

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[Preslee.Denton]

I had to quit my job Last summer due to increased panic attacks, increased depression at home, increased suicidal and homicidal ideas at work. I feel your pain.

[Lynnalice]

Hi;

How do you handle your panic attacks? I used to suffer from depression but am not going into panic at work and though I take a small amount of anti-anxiety it still is lousey.
My best wishes in your coping...you will prevail.