I cannot decide if I should take a new job or not
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Hi there, how are you feeling today?
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I am having a lot of anxiety and overeating because I cannot decide if I should switch jobs
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I see ... so you're having a career dilemma and this is affecting your overall physical health?
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Restatement or Paraphrasing
Yes because I am overeating a lot of sugar and junk food. And I can't sleep
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Please try not to worry, this is a very common thing to happen to people. I will try to help you all that I can.
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Affirmation and Reassurance
Right, I can't decide what I should do, should I leave my job or not.
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Do you feel as though another job might be more intellectually fulfilling for you?
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That's a really good question. I think it would, but I'm worried I wont be any good at it.
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I understand how difficult it can be to take what might be a life changing move. I have been in that position myself. I can't tell you what to do but I can say that it worked out very well for me.
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Self-disclosure
I don't like feeling lots of anxiety, so I feel like I want to keep doing what I'm doing. But then I don't want to miss out on this new opportunity.
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Have you contemplated seeing your doctor? They might be able to help with your anxiety.
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Providing Suggestions
I haven't thought about seeing a doctor. It could help. But I also feel like nothing can help me.
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I know things can feel hopeless when you're in a bad mental place but please don't lose hope. Things will definitely improve but I think you should take steps to help yourself too
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Affirmation and Reassurance
Yes, that is it, it feels hopeless. I've always had so much anxiety over my life, I'm so sick of it. I wish I could just feel calm for a little bit.
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I know that a very large percent of the population suffers from anxiety at some point or another. There are therapies that can help.
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Maybe I should seek treatment, I haven't thought about doing that.
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There are lots of different routes you can go down when it comes to treatment. Some people prefer therapy whilst others take medication, or a combination of the two.You have to find what works for you.
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That does sound like a good idea. Since we are in COVID, I don't see or talk to anyone that I used it. So I feel pretty lonely, just going in circles in my head.
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Do you feel as though Covid is making your situation worse than it would otherwise be?
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Definitely. I can't see people that I used to or my parents. It really sucks. This year has been so stressful.
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I have been having a really difficult year too. Roll on 2021!
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Self-disclosure
I think it's hard for everyone. I can't wait for it to be over. I think we have another year till it's really over. I'm I'm so tired already.
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Me too! Let's hope January brings better things for all of us.
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Self-disclosure
I need to see friends and do activities. It's more healthy for everyone that way.
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Yes. Once your anxiety subsides a little do you think that the job situation might solve itself?
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I'm not sure. But I like your idea about getting help. I will look into that tomorrow. Thank you for that idea.
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Your are most welcome. Is there anything else that I can help you with?
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No Thank you Bye Bye
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