Does anyone work in sales or is a manager

For me since I been dealing with intrusive thoughts and also anxiety it’s so intimidating to take on these positions because of how much I need to be contacting people for sales and going on meetings and just overall more responsibilities. I also have a tendency of taking on too much and a tendency to prove myself and others wrong when in reality it’s best if I go at my own pace and do what’s right for me and not lie to myself at the same time. It’s been very tough last couple of weeks for me at work because of the fear and fear of failure and embarrassment along with past experiences that haunt me regarding work.

Ancient-1

Date posted: 2y

I work in management too, and also have these worries sometimes. I try to use the challenges of my job as a way of pulling myself out of my head, as a way to let intrusive thoughts hang out, in a "you be there, I have work to do" kind of way. Sometimes it works sometimes it doesn't, but it is what it is and I take it day by day. You are stronger than you realize my friend. Take care of yourself. (Also I like your username! Very good advice in it lol)

TapDrumRoll

Date posted: 2y

I’m also so over the top filled with anxiety today. It’s really bad. This company I’m temping at was to be possible permanent, and then they picked someone else and I’m filling in until the new person starts. It was a slap in the face. But anyhow, now the agency said I may have another job as Office Manager for me to interview for. It scares the hell out of me. I can barely sometimes get through just my temp administrator job, I shake, I forget to breathe, I get overwhelmed and have to stop and slow down. It’s Soooo Hard. Today is bad! My mind isn’t into concentrating and I’m trying to hold it together. So yes, I get you BIG time. Exhausted in mind and body.

RememberWhoY...

Date posted: 2y

@OneDay@A-Time Thank you for commenting at least we aren’t alone. It isn’t easy at all. Even when work is done and I’m home now I started worrying so much as a manager on how many ways I could mess up or get talked about behind my back. Under appreciated and misunderstood. Also office manager man I relate to you on how you said you can barely get by sometimes with your temp administrator job. I felt like I jumped for promotion too quick I needed more confidence or comfort I’m so surprised I even got the position and the interview. I have other goals and hobbies and I can’t even concentrate on them. Another thing that bugs me is that I try to put so much effort into a job I don’t see long term or even really respect it.

TapDrumRoll

Date posted: 2y

We are not alone. I sometimes cry or just am by myself in bedroom at night when husband is left wondering how I’m doing. I try not to ruminate over why I’m not good enough, if I did something wrong, why is everything such a struggle for me and do I appear normal during day? I am to decide on a high salary job that I feel I might not be able to handle. I shake. I’m trying to just get by everyday every minute. My heart is beating fast right now. Best of luck ❤️

RememberWhoY...

Date posted: 2y

@OneDay@A-Time I’m pretty sure most people that appear confident feel this way and they don’t show it. I just wish it wasn’t this difficult. I’m curious to know why do you think you fear what you fear? Have you ever worked in a toxic work environment and it got to you, it did to me which explains why I feel what I feel. Also I’m really considering quitting and starting over with somewhere else which I know that will make me feel uncomfortable and nervous OR the current place I’m at consider stepping down from my position and I’m scared about how embarrassing it is to do that because I know others will gossip about me and I kept wondering why do I care about them gossiping what about my mental state?

TapDrumRoll

Date posted: 2y

I haven’t worked in a toxic work environment. But I’m my worst enemy. I’m self conscious about my age, not being as technologically advanced as the younger generations, my being very sensitive and quick to snap when under pressure and the OCD. Temping makes it less stressful , because I know it will end and I won’t have to sustain my “normalcy” for the long haul. I guess it’s avoidance essentially. I’m afraid of permanency, but I want stability, so it’s tough.

RememberWhoY...

Date posted: 2y

@OneDay@A-Time I think everyone with ocd is sensitive I think I’m very sensitive as well. I’m sensitive to what people say or the way they say something or smart little remarks, or when they act different for some reason I take it personal and feel hella bad. Also I relate to you a lot with wanting stability but at the same time being afraid of permanency. I’m really looking for another job that’s high paying than my current and way more laid back. Let me know when you get the officer manager position. Do you truly want the office manager position? Also I wrote out pros and cons for my position maybe you can do that for the new position to see if you want to shoot your shot for it.

RememberWhoY...

Date posted: 2y

@OneDay@A-Time Since your a temp how long have you been working at this job

OCDParty

Date posted: 25w

Anxiety and work question

( First I appologize this is so long I feel really bad) I work at a daycare and I am new to my job. so am terrified of being mean or disciplining a kid or if someone snaps at me or is mean to me I can’t snap back or else in my mind I am a terrible person and I will not be able to forgive myself for the longest time. I am constantly asking people if I was accidentally mean without me realizing it. A long time ago I was manipulating and emotionally abused and other abuse happened to me and J struggled well before the abuse as well. The abuse made it worse, now I feel a lot of shame for feeling my emotions. I am a happy person with a lot of anxiety and depression if you met me J am super patient. At my job it was my first time running a room with 6 kids under 24 months. I LOVEDDD it sooo much! However kids started to bite each other and a couple of them were crying and there was one that kicked me I told them they couldn’t bite or kick which was super hard for me going again my thoughts but it was to protect them and even that is so hard on me! I can’t disapline a child without feeling unbelievable shame and guilt. From there they told me since the biting happened I will no longer be able to run my own room and I was very discouraged about myself and it spiraled into I am not a strong enough person and I am a bad person or I am going to turn into anbad person if I displine and I began hyperventilating and almost passed out. I know disaplining doesn’t mean being mean but my mind says I am an awful person if I do or if I don’t do something perfect at my job then it says I am terrible. I am worried I will be fired and this is my first real job. I have been beating myself up over it a lot. However I feel like I can’t change it without unbelievable anxiety coming with it. I love kids but I want to do what’s best it is so hard with anxiety thoughts I am not for sure what to do thank you!! I was wondering if anyone happen to have advice? I spiraled into I got the wrong job and I shouldn’t be working with kids even though I love it and one of my favorite things in the world! Thank you! 😊 Ehat do I do in this situation? Then I got into trouble for not being an adult and had very bad anxiety about that what all do I do? Thank you!!

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Baboso250!

Date posted: 16w

Overthinking and anxiety

Hey everyone, I just wanted to share something I’ve been struggling with, especially around making decisions. It’s really hard for me to feel confident in the choices I make, even when I know what the right thing is. I constantly find myself needing validation from others—whether it’s about something small or something really important. For example, at my job, I might know exactly what I’m doing and have done it right a bunch of times, but I still feel the need to double-check with someone or ask if it’s okay. It’s like this fear kicks in, and I start imagining worst-case scenarios—like what if I mess up and someone gets hurt, and then I get blamed or even end up in jail or prison. I know that sounds extreme, but these thoughts just come automatically, and they feel so real in the moment. This has been going on for maybe a year or two now. Even outside of work, the same thing happens. Like recently, I’ve been trying to figure out a gym schedule—my girlfriend wants to go with me, and I’m trying to plan the times and make it all work. But instead of just choosing what works best for me, I overthink it. I go back and forth in my head, and I ask other people what they think, even though deep down I know this is something I should be deciding for myself. It’s my life, but I still need that reassurance from others, and I don’t really know why. It’s exhausting to always doubt myself and to feel like one wrong choice could lead to something terrible. I’m trying to work through it, but I just wanted to put it out there and see if anyone else deals with this or has advice. Thanks for reading.

BR13

Date posted: 12w

I feel like I can’t explain anything

I feel like I can’t explain anything to anyone and feel so dumb. I feel like everything that comes out of my mouth doesn’t make sense sometimes. I tried explaining what a vendor was about and couldn’t explain it and fear that I could get fired or won’t be able to move up because of this. I can’t explain things and hate explaining things. I don’t know how to get better and don’t know how to not feel stupid and feel like I have a purpose in this world. I feel like I don’t provide value for my job or at least my new manager who just got hired doesn’t see it and won’t because she’s really tough and doesn’t understand. She’s too blunt and very rude sometimes. I also feel so anxious 24/7. I feel like I need to workout but don’t have the motivation to and just want to be in my bed because I’m exhausted after work and during the weekend. Boredom sucks too. I wish I had someone who could be there for me wish I had a significant other. I don’t like exposure therapy and it’s not working at all. I tried it for a while. Same with Acceptance Respond Therapy.

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