Handing in my notice tomorrow

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I have that pit of anxiety feeling in my stomach because I need to hand in my notice tomorrow. I know it is the right thing for me to do, I have work lined up, and I have reached the end of the line with what I can achieve where I am.

However, it has been 18 years since I last handed in notice. Between redundancy and self employment it's not something I have done much and I can't say I am looking forward to it.

I have my letter, I have dry run what I want to say with my husband, and all I can do is ask for a the call with my manager tomorrow when I log in.

Any words of wisdom for easing the anxiety?

Congratulations on the decision to move on. Everyone gets anxious in this situation. Treat it as a learning experience. Can you turn the anxiety into something with a more positive name - determination? Excitement? When I've been in that situation, I am aware I am stepping up. Being brave. It is a great opportunity to practise being brave. In fact, you can make 'being brave' your mantra going forward. This is the end point of a process of looking for another job. You've had to be secretive for long enough. Now is that time to speak out. Write a speech if that helps settle your nerves. Say all the things you haven't said in the time you've worked there. Good luck!

Thanks @Galectable. I like the idea of reframing it as excitement. That’s just the ticket!

Im going self employed again and already have a client lined up!

I think I just needed to say it out loud somewhere public to be honest.