I start a new job tomorrow after not working for a while… any tips for anxiety?!

[holidayhell123]

I start a new job tomorrow, I haven’t worked in years and when I did I was self employed (been a stay at home mum) I’m so anxious- I don’t even know what to wear…

I crashed my car in September and haven’t driven much since, I’m so nervous about driving to work on top of having a new job! Any tips?!

When I started a new job that involved a drive I made the journey a few days before when it was quiet to make sure I knew the route, where I was going to park etc. perhaps just driving there and back today would make it an easier journey for you tomorrow?

I agree with pp drive the route today but allow more time tomorrow as it will be busier. Decide what you are going to wear tonight and get it ready. Allow enough time in the morning to get ready so you’re not rushing in the morning. Take a packed lunch in case there’s nowhere to get food. When you arrive keep your eyes open for the toilet so you don’t have to ask! Finally they want you they want to make your start successful so deep breaths you can do this!

You can do this! Deep breaths! Remember no one else there cares you haven’t worked for so long so you’re the only person worrying about that :).

Well done you for getting back out to work that’s a massive achievement look how far you’ve come - you’ve got this! One hour at a time. Plan a nice first day outfit, have a really nice dinner set for when you get home. Enjoy!

Well after all that my car was broken into this morning so I’m now in a taxi! Argh! Thanks for all your lovely replies I hope this job starts off better than the morning I’ve had!

Best of luck!!!! Let us know how it goes! You’ll be brilliant x

Well it went so well, I’m so glad to be back in work- now I get to get up and do it all again tomorrow! 😀

That’s good to hear OP. Congratulations! 🥳

Ohhh no holidayhell123 what an awful start to your new chapter, don't let it get you down and you did great to complete your first day.

What damage does your car have and do you think it was a targeted attack?

Well done! Onwards and upwards!

Great news. Good for you.