Stress and work

[Tootsey11]

Would you quit your job if it was causing enough stress to make you ill? Would you quit first then look for another or try and find another first??

@Tootsey11 it depends what’s causing you the stress, is it the work or the workload itself or someone or people in particular?

Look for a job whilst continuing to work, and if you are feeling low, reach out to your GP and self certify to take some time off.

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@Rachel013 it's the workload in some cases. And multiple health issues and menopause which the work is making worse. I am someone who needs to keep busy, but unfortunately the work is at the extreme end of that. I work for myself which means I just can't take time off.

Thank you for the reply.

Tbink the old adage is it's easier to find a job when you already have one. Have a good think about what you want. Is it the same type of work but less hours? If so is that a possibility in your existing job? If not look elsewhere. Perhaps a complete chsnge of job seems attractive? I gave dropped a day at work,am menopausal, going through bereavement of a partner and find doing 4 days makes things a bit more manageable. Good luck.

No job ( or the material things you think you need to work for) is worth making yourself ill for.