I think my job is making me feel depressed. Not sure what should I do

9/26 check-in: Happy Monday, y’all! What are your plans for today?

For me- treadmill and triceps.

I just started taking mirtazapine again b/c depression has completely taken over my life.

Not looking forward to the weight gain 😕

I'm constantly stressed and demotivated for no apparent reason. Anyone else feel the same? What should I do? It's taking a toll of my health and my family life...

When it comes to therapy do I look up a place online and make an appointment or do I need some sort of referral? Not sure if I need to see a therapist or physiatrist really.

What is the drug culture like at your office? I assume people don’t openly talk about what they do in their free time if illicit, but they may do so quietly or you can otherwise tell.
Do you get the impression many people do them? If so, soft drugs (ex - weed)? Hard drugs? Non-prescribed study drugs? Frequency? At work-sponsored social functions? To an extent that it’s noticeable/problematic?

Is it wrong to keep your screen active (for IM) but cut out of work early (4pm) to go to the gym? I typically come back and put in another hour or so but feel guilty that it’s done in a shady manner. BTW I’m not at a company/role that demands 60 hour work weeks (lol f that)

Are the rumors about a longer and earlier flu season and a hard Covid winter true? I'm not personally noticing an increase in patients who need prescriptions for flu-like symptoms but it seems to be what everyone's talking about in and outside of the pharmacy. Can anyone weigh in?

How to know company is given medicine facilities to employee and his family, is it mentioned on the offer letter?

How to avail mediclaim?

For those of you taking Nutrafol, do you also add in collagen supplements to your routine or has the Nutrafol been helpful in itself? Thanks!

We can’t have classroom management without taking care of ourselves first. Rest. Even if it’s for 2 minutes. We close our eyes and reset.

I have a question for associates, what would help you the most in your job right now? It could be technical, communication, training, mental health. What are you biggest problems and struggles?

Can we do a effin meetup or something soon? If your vaxxed let’s hit up a bar and hang out and meet each other.

I’ve been on Wellbutrin for about a year and it was working…but I feel the depression coming back. I don’t want to just keep upping the dosage (went from 150 -> 200). I’m not too sure what to do and therapy is something I can’t afford right now with my recent rent increase. Any thoughts or advice?

I have a coworker who keeps spouting comparative odds and situations in regards to the safety of the vaccine. Such as: you're twice as likely to get hit by lightening than have blod clots from JJ. It's very annoying and I find it to be really inapprorpriate, maybe because it's pushy or just I find these comparative things to be a bit irrelevant. How does one handle something like that? Can you shut the person down without starting a spat?

Would you recommend the CVS test? I dont think I want to get it done due to the risks.

This might be super basic but can anyone recommend a good fitbit model they like and find useful? I’ve never had one and the reviews are so mixed. I would like to know how many calories I burn in a day (with/without exercise). Don’t need any music capability and I will have my phone with me on walks (my main form of exercise).

What’s the furthest you’d drive for fertility treatments? I had to do clomid iui with my daughter and trying for number 2 but the office isn’t accepting new patients at this time

Has anyone had any side effects from Ovidrel? I did my shot on Wednesday night and Thursday and Friday I was SO tired and fatigued and it was impossible to focus. Did my IUI on Friday and I’ve been SO crampy and in pain and I’m soooo cranky and irritable and I can’t figure out if it’s from the injection still or what

What’s your target retirement number and at what age do you plan to retire?
Of course I know it depends on a wide range of factors, but I’m curious to get a sample from this group.
Mine is $5M at 55.

ZS hiring for multiple roles... DM in case of any referrals!

Hello fishes,

Can anyone reffer me for SOC Analyst?

I have an offer from E&Y.

Message me if you need a referral to PwC cybersecurity, financial crimes, or regulations. Please no noobs. Only experienced professionals with at least 1 YOE

Georgia is an ugly font and makes workpapers look awful.

Im in tax. Want to jump into advisory. About to make senior (2-rated). What are my chances?

Hi Guys,

My joining date is Feb 1. When I will be eligible for the variable pay mentioned in the offer letter?

Anyone from Capability Network - T&O?

What are the pay grades for C's and M's in S&C?

When I negotiated my comp, all my discussions were around me being a junior and I only accepted my comp for that reason (would not have accepted if I was step above junior since it was low). Negotiations happened with HR, but my offer letter and documents never mention junior (but I have proof from HR saying I am a junior). How do I approach this with my boss as I’m not sure she’s aware I’m actually technically a junior? Revolving around asking for a move up + raise

Those in Orange County, senior or manager. Anyone interested in Capital group? They are in Irvine and hiring.

I have a question for associates, what would help you the most in your job right now? It could be technical, communication, training, mental health. What are you biggest problems and struggles?

Is there any chance to postpone the joining date once the offer letter is released

Can we do a effin meetup or something soon? If your vaxxed let’s hit up a bar and hang out and meet each other.

Anyone here who left fed job and regretted it?

Can any Peraton 🐠 help me understand the level structure? I see a Senior Principal role I'm interested in but not really sure the comp and where it falls on the totem pole. TIA!

Startup with US/UK presence looking to build out UK based devops team. Anyone, ideally with a US or UK security (SC/DV) clearance interested, please feel free to DM for more details.

Had to pull an all nighter and am convinced I will not make it through this day. Prayers are greatly appreciated.

Your secret weapon to deal with stress at the office?

How do you deal with a boss that wants you to quit and is becoming increasingly more abusive. But you haven’t found a job yet and need this job financially.

Have you felt like the industry (including job searching) left you contempt or jaded to the point, you’ve started turning into a nihilist?

I take immense comfort in knowing that chances are, I cross paths with some of you daily. Does anyone else notice this? It’s fascinating.

Two weeks ago I attended an interview in person and they promised to let me know whether or not I’d be hired for the position. Later, I learned through LinkedIn that a friend of mine got the job. The agency never contacted me to let me know anything. Should I be mad?

Anybody on Trintellix? Thoughts ?

Exhausted by entitled clients that are just plain nasty. Is it just me or are clients everywhere getting more demanding and treating their agencies worse?

Weekends are really tough when you're unemployed and job searching.

I want to advance in my career, but I have no energy to do anything when I get home, even if it's an early day.

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My last therapist keeps coming up in my mind. I left her when I moved to a new area before COVID dug in and frankly it felt like leaving a girlfriend. She also disclosed in the final session that she was a member of AA and knew several of the people I occasionally discussed from the rooms. Her knowledge of the program certainly built trust with me early on, but it has been two years. I discussed it with my current therapist but she’s still in there. Any advice?

Signed up for improv theater to break my presentation anxiety. I'm freaking out a bit - but hopefully it will help. Wish me good luck.

Struggling with ADHD, anxiety and depression and my therapist suggested I might benefit from medication. Anyone with Blue Cross Blue Shield in nyc recommend their psychiatrist?

If I had a dollar for every time my boss screamed “UGH C’MON” at his computer... It’d be enough to buy myself the medical coverage my company doesn’t provide. 🙃

Would it be bad if I change my start date? I proposed to my employer a start date 2 weeks after I quit my job, but now that I think about it, I feel like I need a week to recharge before starting a new job.

I’ve gotten to the final stage in interview process at 5 places now to be told no. First and second interviews at a bunch of other places too. Starting to really feel drained. So much work for nothing

Tips for recovering from a bad interview at an awesome company? 😣 I already got the news that they’re not moving forward, yet can’t stop obsessing over the mistakes that most likely cost me an offer.

Can anyone recommend a good psychiatrist who handles medication that isn't crazy expensive. Thanks!

Would it be weird to send my ex a goodbye letter in the mail? He leaves for a military deployment soon for almost 1 year, and I generally care / miss him.