I am finally back to work after a three month medical leave. My anxiety is under control and when I do have a panic attack, I am able to challenge my anxious thoughts and talk myself down. I am working reduced hours as part of my return to work plan, but all in all, my confidence is higher and I feel comfortable being back at work.
It was completely worth it to take the time off. I've got a different outlook now and I feel so much better!
Sarah
OBrendie
12-02-2004 @ 2:53 PM
Member
Joined: Sep. 2004
I have been off work for 3 1/2 months and my anxiety is just now starting to get better. I have a high stress job and they just sent me an e-mail to see if I wanted to go back December 13th. I tried going back once but my confidence was to lacking that I ended up not being able to stay. I think I worked two weeks at 4 hours a day and well I am back on leave.
Do you have any words of encouragement. I am a little nervous about going back cause I don't want to fail again. I want to go back and do the job and save my life.
Josie, Support Specialist
12-02-2004 @ 4:09 PM
Moderator
Joined: Mar. 2004
Obrendie,
You can do this! Make sure you talk to your therapist and perhaps come up with some different coping mechanisms for the work environment. Take it easy when you begin. It is obvious they value you as an important employee. Don't over stress and keep on top of everything. Check with your doctor as well for ideas to work through any panic that may arise at work.
Hope this helps,
Josie ______________________________ The Panic Center Support Team.
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