Our occupations have a significant impact on not just our professional identities but also our mental health in the fast-paced world of careers and obligations. However, a hidden tale often emerges beneath the surface of meetings and deadlines, one that raises concerns about the possible negative impact our occupations may be having on our mental health. The purpose of this article is to shed light on the frequently hidden symptoms that indicate when working has become more of a barrier to your mental health than a benefit.
Table Of Contents
SIGN # 1: You Feel Worse When Working There
SIGN # 2: You Are Constantly Looking Forward to Vacations or Retirement
SIGN # 3: You Don’t Like Associating with Your Colleagues
SIGN # 4: You Don’t Talk About Your Job with Others
SIGN # 5: Your Boss Reminds You of a Toxic Person from Your Past
The Bottom Line
SIGN # 1: You Feel Worse When Working There
An ongoing sense of dread or gloom when you consider coming to work is one of the most striking indicators that your job may be negatively impacting your mental health. Even while everyone gets stressed out at work sometimes, a persistently bad emotional reaction could be a warning sign.
A survey by the American Institute of Stress found that almost half of workers said they needed assistance in learning how to manage stress, and eighty percent of workers reported feeling stressed out at work (The American Institute of Stress, n.d.).
When your work starts to bring you ongoing stress or despair, it’s critical to step back and consider whether the financial cost is worth the damage to your psychological well-being. Anxiety disorders, despair, and even physical illnesses can be brought on by prolonged stress. Reevaluating your career choice or thinking about getting help from mental health professionals may be necessary if the bad feelings you connect with your work don’t go away.
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SIGN # 2: You Are Constantly Looking Forward to Vacations or Retirement