May 24, 20215 yr 1 minute ago, Casino said: No pills for me If it doesnt get better, the job goes That's what I said for a year. A year suffering; try other things obviously, but don't wholly reject anything. Get the firepit going too and have some relaxation. If you need any logs, let me know.
May 24, 20215 yr drop some whenever pal Side doof of garage is unlocked tmrw Other than that, if its in a bag, whenever n thanks again!
May 24, 20215 yr 1 minute ago, Casino said: drop some whenever pal Side doof of garage is unlocked tmrw Other than that, if its in a bag, whenever n thanks again! No worries- will be in the afternoon- I have a rather large garden to mow round the corner from you.
May 25, 20215 yr 22 hours ago, Casino said: No pills for me If it doesnt get better, the job goes i think most companys now feel they have a divine right to treat there employees like shite these days, most employees 50 plus end up costing the company they work for more money, pensions,time off with elderly parents,time on sick,and they dont want you on the books
May 25, 20215 yr Really? I think companies are better than ever. Tomorrow I've got an afternoon off - mental wellness, you get a afternoon a month but you should use it for yourself - a hobby, volunteering, whatever. Going to a museum. Let me finish early to pick the kids up when I have to, no need to make the time back. Got furlough to home school the kids with no pay deduction. Its pretty good, and a lot of companies I know are the same. Mental health is much higher on HR agenda's than ever.
May 25, 20215 yr 1 hour ago, fester58 said: i think most companys now feel they have a divine right to treat there employees like shite these days, most employees 50 plus end up costing the company they work for more money, pensions,time off with elderly parents,time on sick,and they dont want you on the books Ageism isn't new. Been going on for a long time. Lots more protection around now, but no doubt shit still goes on- this fire and rehire bollocks for example. For me, societal changes more widely contribute significantly to our mental health. Populatioj density, social media, the pace of life and instant gratification, 24 hr 7 days a week, poor diet, lack of exercise, and a lack of genuine quality family time. Folk rushing round all over the country working, compressing so much into a short period of time.
May 25, 20215 yr 1 hour ago, fester58 said: i think most companys now feel they have a divine right to treat there employees like shite these days, most employees 50 plus end up costing the company they work for more money, pensions,time off with elderly parents,time on sick,and they dont want you on the books Think I’d be unemployable any where else, but I bring in more sales than any else, must admit I do less hours and have more holidays than anyone in our company, but If you put my requirements on a cv any employer would run a million miles.
May 25, 20215 yr 1 hour ago, Not in Crawley said: Really? I think companies are better than ever. Tomorrow I've got an afternoon off - mental wellness, you get a afternoon a month but you should use it for yourself - a hobby, volunteering, whatever. Going to a museum. Let me finish early to pick the kids up when I have to, no need to make the time back. Got furlough to home school the kids with no pay deduction. Its pretty good, and a lot of companies I know are the same. Mental health is much higher on HR agenda's than ever. Aye, mental health days are all over northern manufacturing companies Its not a dig, honest, but you dont have a clue what lifes like for lots of us And ill make it clear, im not treated badly, the pressure i feel is mainly down to me I just dont deal with it very well
May 25, 20215 yr 28 minutes ago, Tonge moor green jacket said: Ageism isn't new. Been going on for a long time. Lots more protection around now, but no doubt shit still goes on- this fire and rehire bollocks for example. For me, societal changes more widely contribute significantly to our mental health. Populatioj density, social media, the pace of life and instant gratification, 24 hr 7 days a week, poor diet, lack of exercise, and a lack of genuine quality family time. Folk rushing round all over the country working, compressing so much into a short period of time. made me think of this..
May 26, 20215 yr 12 hours ago, Casino said: Aye, mental health days are all over northern manufacturing companies Its not a dig, honest, but you dont have a clue what lifes like for lots of us And ill make it clear, im not treated badly, the pressure i feel is mainly down to me I just dont deal with it very well Fair enough, the places I've worked have pressure but it's more of a treats to keep you working culture. It's never 9-5. Although I know that easy with afternoons off for health, cocktail hour each Friday, stuff like that. I do wonder when other places will catch up? You're right though I am very lucky, and that does look rather clumsy.
May 26, 20215 yr Just a bit of advice: don’t rule out medication. Its not a weakness to take tablets. (20mg citalopram here) don’t rule out counselling. Talking therapy can be really useful, don’t feel guilty if you decide to go down this path.
May 27, 20215 yr 7 hours ago, Traf said: Has nobody suggested manning up yet? 😉 Err it’s themming up now
October 24, 20214 yr 2 minutes ago, gonzo said: Greif is one cruel mistress. Tell me about it. Wait ages for the clouds to pass then feel a cunt for enjoying yourself in the short periods that they do. I'm finding there's no rules to it and almost no advice you can be given that truly helps, just know you've a forum full here of people who will try anyway 🙂
October 24, 20214 yr 9 minutes ago, gonzo said: Greif is one cruel mistress. Time does help, lost my mum over 20 years ago and some days usually driving on long journey on my own and my mind goes back to that day and tears come rolling back. It’s the price we pay for the love they gave us.
October 24, 20214 yr 11 minutes ago, gonzo said: Greif is one cruel mistress. Hope you are OK pal. Try and stick with what keeps you positive rather than going down other paths. But wouldn't wish what you are going through on anyone.
October 24, 20214 yr 3 minutes ago, Mounts Kipper said: Time does help, lost my mum over 20 years ago and some days usually driving on long journey on my own and my mind goes back to that day and tears come rolling back. It’s the price we pay for the love they gave us. Yep. Lost my grandad in Feb and my grandma on Wednesday. They both survived 20 odd years as widows/widowers after early deaths of my other grandparents but went this year... I've thought about them loads this year (and my other grandparents)... It's shit.
October 24, 20214 yr There's no easy answer, use the love of your family to help. Talk, cry or laugh together. Stay strong together. Come out the other side together.
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