It's my manager's last week at the company this week and my response has completely perplexed me. Every evening after work I've found myself in tears and I can't seem to pull myself together. I feel heartbroken, like I'm going through a break-up. My reaction has taken me by surprise and I'm not sure how to pull myself together.
They are a great manager and have been so incredibly supportive when I've had family issues to deal with that affected me at work. I completely idolise my manager, they are so competent and capable yet relaxed and easygoing.
My new manager is ok, but they are a lot more serious and 'to the book', and I know the dynamic at work will change a lot.
It's even more awkward as I know my manager definitely wouldn't expect me to be so upset! We have a good relationship but we're not exactly friends or close enough to keep in touch.
AIBU to ask how to pull myself together?