Taking a mental health day today

J

Jul 281 min read

Called in sick to work even though I'm not physically sick. Just needed a day to not pretend everything is fine. Been running on empty for months and finally hit a wall. Told the boss I had a migraine, which technically isn't a lie but not the whole truth either. Spending today just existing, no productivity goals, no pressure. Feels weird but also necessary. Hope this doesn't become a pattern.

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JJasonRegularJul 30

Good for you for taking it. I need to do this more often. The constant pretending to have it all together is exhausting. Your boss will survive one day without you.

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JJake M.RegularJul 28

Did this last month and felt guilty the whole time but also came back to work so much better. Don't even mention it to the kids though or they'll think that's an option for them too.

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DDavid M.RegularJul 30

Real talk though, if you're at the point where you need to call in fake sick, something needs to change about your situation. Not judging at all, just saying it might be worth looking at the bigger picture.

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