Finding work more and more intolerable

Really struggling today, work is just mentally and emotionally exhausting. I am not sure what’s changed, if it’s me or the environment but I suspect a bit of both but it’s gotten dramatically worse over the past year or so. The mood is low, the expectations high and trust non existent. I do not know my place there or what my core duties or responsibilities are any longer. I feel responsible without the knowledge of what I’m exactly responsible for. Not sure if I should be picking up on vibes they want me gone or that I’m just being over sensitive. I struggle to accept that I am a valued member of their team. My anxiety has been particularly bad but it’s a lot worse when I’m there. I do not think talking to anyone there would create any positive outcome any longer. I find myself almost zoning out of focus and losing my concentration, it’s like a forced response but I’m not at the wheel. All I know is it takes me a good sleep if I can and a day away from the place to feel normal till the dread of the next shift arrives. Not sure I will stick this job out for too much longer, it just makes me miserable and obsessed over every possible thing that might go wrong. 

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  • The economy is not doing great at the moment, so it is possible the mood is down because of that. Not much you can do about it. Be cautious about walking away as it may not be easy to get another job at the moment. Depends on what job you do though, and luck of course.

    If you are not sure of your duties/responsibilities are, talk to your manager to clarify. It may be a bit scary, but it will help. If they confirm you are doing fine it will also help. Confusion causes anxiety.

    I don't know your circumstances, but maybe your are doing too well and doing better than other team members, they might not like you making them look bad. This is where talking to your manager will help.

    If you feel under pressure make sure it is real and not pressure you are putting on yourself. Knowing your responsibilities will help.

    Stress is feeling responsible for things you are not in control of. So make sure you are only responsible for things you can control.

    Get the stress down and you will be able to sleep better and have a clearer view.

    Make sure you use your leave and maybe take day off, it maybe a few half days. 

    Good luck.

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  • The economy is not doing great at the moment, so it is possible the mood is down because of that. Not much you can do about it. Be cautious about walking away as it may not be easy to get another job at the moment. Depends on what job you do though, and luck of course.

    If you are not sure of your duties/responsibilities are, talk to your manager to clarify. It may be a bit scary, but it will help. If they confirm you are doing fine it will also help. Confusion causes anxiety.

    I don't know your circumstances, but maybe your are doing too well and doing better than other team members, they might not like you making them look bad. This is where talking to your manager will help.

    If you feel under pressure make sure it is real and not pressure you are putting on yourself. Knowing your responsibilities will help.

    Stress is feeling responsible for things you are not in control of. So make sure you are only responsible for things you can control.

    Get the stress down and you will be able to sleep better and have a clearer view.

    Make sure you use your leave and maybe take day off, it maybe a few half days. 

    Good luck.

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