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It’s okay to go down any career path that you choose and I understand that the tenants comment has disappointed you as correct me if I’m wrong but I’m thinking that maybe it came across as rude of them and that they are trying to choose your path even tho it’s your journey
I was wondering have you thought about doing graphic design on the sidelines along with another job until you can find the right fit for you or there’s the option of setting up your own business. However they are just some options ultimately your on your own journey and you know what you want to do within your life and it’s okay to follow your aspirations
I notice the amazing amount of hard work that you are doing and putting in within each step you take
We are here if you’d like to share why you want to quit your current job however it’s okay if you’d rather not talk to us about it
It sounds like you have a good idea of what options you can choose which I’m pleased about
I hope whatever path you pick that you do it because you want to do it and not because someone has felt you need to
I can really hear just how pressured it feels. It sounds so stressful to have been told by your manager to move to a second aisle when you were already in the middle of trying to complete your work. I know I myself can find pressure to work faster like that so anxiety-inducing. And it feels really dissapointing that when you did try to talk to your manager about this and how work is impacting your mental health, the conversation only left you feeling more alone and invalidated. That's really hard, @Creativeboy23 , and I completely agree with you that being impacted by work is so valid. For many people, work can in fact be one of the most impactful factors on our mental health day-to-day, and what you're feeling makes total, total sense.
You mentioned that after your shifts you have sometimes gone to the crisis santuary, and that last weekend you had a thought of suicide and of self-harm too. Thank you for sharing about this, and again, I can really hear just hard things are at work and the impact this is having. It sounds like you're really paying attention to yourself and acknowledging that you don't feel psychologically safe anymore. Again, thank you so much for trusting us with this, @Creativeboy23 , and we're here to listen and support you
May I ask, when you feel unsafe, what does this typically look like for you? It's so positive that you've been able to go to the crisis sanctuary - how has the support been that you receive there?
If helpful, I will share some further options of support below:
There's a free mobile app called distrACT, it's available on the App Store (Apple) and Google Play (Android). The app gives you easy, quick, and discreet access to information and advice about self-harm and suicidal thoughts. The content has been created by doctors and experts in self-harming and suicide prevention. You can find out more here https://www.expertselfcare.com/distract/
Papyrus have a HOPELINE247 which is a confidential support and advice service for children and young people under the age of 35 who are experiencing thoughts of suicide or for anyone concerned that a young person could be thinking about suicide. You can call them on 0800 068 4141, text 88247, or email pat@papyrus-uk.org. Their webchat service is available when there is a chat bubble available on their website, this indicates that an adviser is available to talk to on webchat. They are available 24/7 and their suicide prevention advisers are ready to support you. For more details, visit https://www.papyrus-uk.org/papyrus-hopeline247/
Samaritans are there for you 24/7. They offer a listening service and emotional support to anyone about any issue, with a special focus on suicidal feelings. You can call the helpline for free on 116 123 or email at jo@samaritans.org. You can also write them a letter and you can find details on their website. Some of their branches offer face to face services and you can find your local branch on their website. For more information you can go to www.samaritans.org.
CALM is a suicide prevention charity on a mission to help people end their misery, not their lives. They provide life-saving services, information and advice to help anyone struggling with life navigate the issues that can make us feel miserable. They can offer practical ways to manage your mental health, and help you feel less alone by sharing stories of hope to show people there's a way forward. They have a helpline open everyday 5pm-midnight. You can call them on 0800 585858, Whatsapp them on +44 20 4587 6634, or use the webchat on their website. For more information you can go to www.thecalmzone.net.
How do these options sound?
I also wanted to acknowledge what you were saying further up in this thread too about your fears around losing interest in graphic design or drifting away from the future career path that you really want for yourself. Again, this sounds like a lot to be coping with right now, esspcially when you're in a job role that you want to leave.
We're here for you @Creativeboy23. Keep us updated if you wish
Thank you for sharing about your experiences with the Crisis Sanctuary too. That sounds tricky - how they were perhaps trying, as you said, to help you find a way to cope - but it didn't really leave much room for you to get things off your chest and feel properly listened to. That makes sense, and I'm glad you've been able to find other spaces to talk about this
I'm so pleased to hear that since handing in your resignation you've felt some relief! How long is your notice-period, and how are you feeling about these final few weeks or days?
It feels so clear that you're really committed to staying connected to graphic design going forwards, and it's lovely that you've been revisting old projects and re-kindling your passion even more
What are you going to do while you have some time for yourself? It sounds positive that you feel okay now you have this time. I just wonder if you might like to talk about how you may take care of yourself and any hobbies you may be particularly involved in during this particularly difficult time