Comments on: the only thing

By: Alyssa (The 40 year-old)

Alyssa (The 40 year-old) — Mon, 24 May 2010 23:19:05 +0000

K, think of it like this: telling someone dealing with depression to "snap out of it" is kinda like telling someone with 2 broken legs to "stop whining and get up & walk. already!"

It doesn't work. There must be treatment and healing first.

Hard to believe that in the 21st century we STILL see depression, a diagnosed medical issue, as a character flaw.

By: Andy lynn

Andy lynn — Thu, 20 May 2010 21:45:54 +0000

I found this post to hit very close to home...especially as my fiancé sent me the link and I read her comment.

I've found that even when I've had a rough day at work, that a little venting can help. This can be even more difficult when both parties have had less than stellar office experiences. Although sometimes not successful, i always attempt to give her that opportunity to vent. If anything, I know she's confiding in me and trusts me enough to be exposed, which is actually flattering.

Also, if she wasn't so perfect, the vast difference between work and home life would be far less significant. Essentially nothing is better than the time we spend together, so i suppose everything is lame in comparison.

By: Nanz

Nanz — Wed, 19 May 2010 07:08:25 +0000

I was in the same position late last year until early this year. I was also so thankful that my bf stuck with me with all the hills and valleys. I could not even recognize the person that I was during that time (fearful, sick, angry and anxious) We just kept the faith and forged on. Sooner or later, the light will grow brighter. The sun does shine even on grey days so just hang in there. Difficult to do but just hope that things will get better. Thanks very much to for being honest and open about it. hang in there, Fish!!

By: CrystalG

CrystalG — Tue, 18 May 2010 23:40:39 +0000

I know how you feel, I left a career that I loved and got a job that I hate because it is close to home and has the hours I needed because of my children. I pray that they fire me every single day, although they also have no reason to. Knowing I have to go back there in the morning just kills me. And the worst part is that when I am not there and should be happy, I am instead spending my time dreading that I have to go back…

By: Traci N

Traci N — Tue, 18 May 2010 00:07:51 +0000

Wow is right.

I send you no advice. Because, well, you weren't soliciting for any, AND, I've read long enough to know you have a good sense of self. You'll get there. And if our economy would improve, we'd all get there faster! It sucks to have to be happy with a job I don't hate because that's better than many can say. Two readings that have given me career hope lately are: 'Netflix company culture slideshow' and the book 'Rework.' Google should get you to both, if interested. And the book has a free excerpt. Both break away from the cubicle paradigm that is sucking the passion out of me. Now, if only I could find that alternative employer in my city - still looking.