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I don't want to go to work tomorrow because.......

288 replies

Lanzarotelady · 05/10/2025 15:01

I have an essay to write
I would rather practice my piano
I don't want to work any more
I want to sit under a blanket and watch Netflix
I am so over this working for a living lark

Why else don't you want to go to work tomorrow?

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xSideshowAuntSallyXx · 06/10/2025 20:33

Because I've had a really 'helpful' message which wasn't helpful and has actually annoyed me.

Mcoco · 06/10/2025 20:32

I have a child to support and he spends a lot of time running around and I can't keep up with him. I am a mid fifties menopausal lady and have no energy left. 🫣

Ap42 · 06/10/2025 20:21

Because I work for the NHS and the pressure is immense, never enough staff and some of our patients are downright rude and abusive. I want to run away...

SingtotheCat · 06/10/2025 20:07

Sadworld23 · 06/10/2025 19:27

I think my husband had a breakdown at the weekend and I'd rather be at home than leave him alone.

I think some compassionate leave would be reasonable in the circumstances, just for a day or two?
If he was seriously physically unwell, you might have to take the time off, so mental should apply here too.
I really hope he feels better soon and that you are ok x

Laurmolonlabe · 06/10/2025 19:51

No matter how much time off you have, you want more- so unless you are going to inherit a fortune , you have to suck it up.

Netcurtainnelly · 06/10/2025 19:28

Glad I never had too.
It was a gorgeous day weather wise and I took advantage to be outside.

Sadworld23 · 06/10/2025 19:27

I think my husband had a breakdown at the weekend and I'd rather be at home than leave him alone.

Capillaryaction · 06/10/2025 18:51

Because I work 13 hour day on a Tuesday, with some unspeakably dull men, and it's lonely.

Dagnabit · 06/10/2025 18:48

I did go to work today but didn’t want to. Work are having yet another efficiency saving restructure and my current team is being reduced by one. No idea who that will be yet. If I make the cut, my work load will increase. It’s monumentally shit.

Whyamiherenow · 06/10/2025 18:44

I don’t want to be shouted at by a particular colleague (not manager) who shouts at my randomly and unpredictably about minor perceived infractions.

Theoldwrinkley · 06/10/2025 18:38

I would absolutely love to go to work tomorrow. But mobility issues and old age mean no-one will employ me!

Chinsupmeloves · 06/10/2025 18:18

I don't like getting up extra early while the rest of the family is snoozing comfortably in bed, be the first to open the curtains, let dog out for wee, put (for me) uncomfortable work attire on, get myself prepared for the big smile and friendly manner, thick skin for a full on day! Fortunately I will have arranged everything needed for DC the night before so it's all ready.

Thankfully I don't do this every day as PT now but it's still hard.

hcee19 · 06/10/2025 18:14

Aww, a shame so many don't like their jobs. I absolutely love my job, been doing it now for 34 years with the same employer (nhs) . I never dread going into work, a few of my friends tell me, Sunday evening is ruined for them, as work is hanging over them like a dark cloud. Guess l'm luck, but l do enjoy what l do...

rosegoldJune · 06/10/2025 18:13

Because it's my 8th day in a row working, I'm dead on my feet & forgotten what it's like to wear my own clothes other than my pyjamas.

Aquarius1 · 06/10/2025 17:57

Whatsthatbrightlight · 05/10/2025 15:15

I don’t want to go to work tomorrow because…

my work is tedious
we have lost a few of our team who are not being replaced because, apparently, we can just absorb their work 🤦🏼‍♀️

What they said ^^ and I don’t get any thanks for my work other than getting paid.

Gettingbysomehow · 06/10/2025 17:41

Harriet9955 · 06/10/2025 16:48

Urine infection maybe? Do you have nay other symptoms?

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No. Definitely not an infection. I think its just my age. It's certainly annoying.

Harriet9955 · 06/10/2025 16:48

Gettingbysomehow · 06/10/2025 16:09

Because I woke up 5 times during the night needing the loo and had massive hot flushes as soon as I lay down.
Im long past the menopause so no idea what that was about.

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Urine infection maybe? Do you have nay other symptoms?

Gettingbysomehow · 06/10/2025 16:09

Because I woke up 5 times during the night needing the loo and had massive hot flushes as soon as I lay down.
Im long past the menopause so no idea what that was about.

ticklyfeet · 06/10/2025 12:18

YorkshireGoldDrinker · 05/10/2025 20:55

It's always boggled my mind how people are happy to waste hours in a week just commuting so they can sit in an office all day. I hear people say it gives them purpose.

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I can’t imagine anyone being “happy to waste hours in a week commuting”. I understand what you are saying but unless you have the ability to work from home, what realistic options do you have?

Snazzy73 · 06/10/2025 01:22

Because it may be the week I find out I’m at risk of redundancy from a job I love… meanwhile getting angry that useless manager may stay just because of length of service and because she thinks the place would fall apart without her ( it wouldn’t and hasn’t in the times she’s had off before)

Oneeyedonkey · 05/10/2025 22:38

I know i sound desperate, I am
I can't admit this out loud.

Oneeyedonkey · 05/10/2025 22:37

I made a mistake leaving my job 3 years ago.
Ive floundered since then.
I've not admitted it to anyone, but myself.
I pray every night for a break.

Mygardenandme · 05/10/2025 22:11

YesJs · 05/10/2025 21:54

And? Do men not cry? Confused

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I mention they were men because it was just such a stereotypical male reaction. They were like deers in headlights and were sweet but they didnt have a clue what to say/do.

One sent me a text yesterday morning checking in with me which was lovely so I know they aren't judging me. However I'm judging me and feel embarrassed because I cried at work.

I also know that it will have got back to my remote manager so he will be phoning tomorrow and I'll have to go over it all with him too.

It's nice people are looking out for me but equally, I'm just like "I will be fine. Just give me a minute to get over what made me cry and it'll be grand". 😅

Oneeyedonkey · 05/10/2025 21:57

Work is so overrated.
I really wish I didn't have a guilty feeling about ringing in sick and could ring in with back pain or stress, but I can't.

I am finally ready to admit leaving my job 3 years ago was the worst mistake ever

But i made my bed, I need to lie in it.

YesJs · 05/10/2025 21:54

Mygardenandme · 05/10/2025 21:49

Because I cried in front of my male colleagues on Friday. Not once but twice. They were so sweet but didnt have a clue what to do and it was all very awkward. I feel quite embarrassed!

And? Do men not cry? Confused

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