Posted by StaciW on April 24, 2005, at 18:45:29
Hi,
I've been working in a software company as a contractor for past 10 months (high-stress environment - seem to be drawn to these even though I know they make it more difficult for me to stay well):-) I was diag BP over 10 yrs ago, take my meds, but still find it difficult to manage all the "stimulations" of a busy work environment. I do well in a job for about 6-7 months then poop out. I don't know how to pace and stuggle to find a balence it seems. Counseling seems to help intermitantly. I am stuggling with giving up this high-paying/status job for who knows what type of future and a lower-stress job. Has anyone else gone through this inner battle and what helped ease your decision? Should I bring up my battle with my employer to see if there is any flexibility in work arrangements? How much does Stress impact our illness pattern? My PDoc pushes me to stay in the job, while I hear other friends who say their PDocs would say get out of there, it's only a matter of time before you make yourself sick. Plus I commute close to 100 miles a day....need some advice, thanks.
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