Take This Job and…

February 26, 2009

in robynsonlineworld

Some of you knew that I had been working from home for the same company for the past several years. Today was the end of that. It was nice, I worked on my own schedule and even with homeschooling T I was able to fit it all in, although it was a tight fit sometimes. Last year though things started going downhill with a change in ownership and just a lot of stuff. I have really been struggling with the job since then. I kept thinking things would improve with time and all would settle, but it just has gotten worse. Today was the straw that broke the camel’s back because I honestly don’t feel I should be crying about a part time job and be so stressed out about it. Dear Hubby has been struggling at his job lately and even he said today enough was enough and the garbage I was dealing with at my job was more than he had to take and for the money it just wasn’t worth the aggravation. I’ve been in that shaky Jell-O insides mode all afternoon and I’m hoping it goes away soon!

So I’m trying to let it all go. I’m trying to let go of the negative feelings, let go of the stress, let go of the worry, let go of all of it. Deep breaths Robyn, just take deep breaths….

  • Stacey Moore

    good for you! hope you are feeling better soon!

  • gahome2mom

    Let the Lord have all your worries & cares, for He is always thinking about you and watches everything that concerns you. I Peter 5:7

    This is one of my favorite verses.
    Praying for your situation. :)

  • bevh566

    Hang in there. When God closes a door he opens a window.

  • dh

    I think we all have to make decisions that put us back a little. A few years back I made the decision that because of an uncomfortable situation, I was going to change departments. It meant being at the bottom of the barrel, learning a new computer language and having less experience in the area, than people who had less time in. A couple of years later, I made the choice again – not because of a bad situation but because of an opportunity presented to me. Both times I feel I came out ahead. Sometimes comfortable also can mean stagnant. I chose a less comfortable path, but now I’m better off and am happy.
    I know you are a hard worker, and sometimes it takes leaving and doing something new to figure out how much more you can be. Good Luck.

  • Katharina

    I hope you’ll soon be feeling a lot better and I’m sorry to hear that this is going on in your life.

    I’ve worked from home since we decided to start homeschooling too… that was a number of years ago but I still remember the feelings of being overwhelmed with too much on my plate.

    I’ll bet a new (and much better!) opportunity will be coming along for you before you know it! That’s how things seem to work.

    In the meantime, deep breath, spend some time with your family and enjoy your “time off”. Oh, and chocolate often helps!

  • brandy

    work can be very stressful, just try and take it easy
    bwalleshauser AT yahoo DOT com

  • DG

    aww :( I’m sorry. sometimes your sanity and happiness are more important than a few bucks. hope you’re okay!

    dreamzz12{at}aol{dot}com

  • Michele

    I’m going to agree with the others…good for you! Something better will come along.

  • She Became A Butterfly

    i understand bad jobs and the fear of being jobless. BIG HUGS, robyn. you’ll get through this.

  • Wendy

    You didn’t actually say but I assume you quit :-) Hey, how about writing for Make Use Of? They are always looking for writers. http://www.makeuseof.com

    Are you going to look for something to replace it?

    Wendy

  • Contest

    Best of luck.

  • Contest

    Good luck!

  • Angela

    Deep breaths, deep breaths…just remember, everything happens for a reason. It’s all meant to be!

  • Baba

    You’ll be fine. Less stress can make you smile. Just wait for it.

  • kjs_j

    aw,it too sad to hear this..i feel so stressful from your message, well just don’t loose hope dear..it’ll be fine..=)

  • sheena

    For sure it is just another trial to your life and for sure you can get over this.. good luck to you..^^ and don’t forget to pray.

  • Mandi

    Grab a cup of tea and just enjoy that you are not being pulled down by a negative job. You are doing what is best for you and your family for letting it go.

    Now you can focus your attention onto something else, that you love, that will make you happy and whole.

  • Lori

    I saw your twitter late. I hope everyone was able to cheer you up.

    With all you do here on your blog, I’m sure you have a very marketable skill set, and you’ll get something new and better in no time!

    Good luck!

    lkziegler[at]gmail[dot]com

  • foamfan

    You did the right thing.
    I quit a job I despised, several years ago, to mostly care for two parents with Alzheimers. They are now deceased, and sometimes I feel incredibly stupid for not racking up more bucks, perks, etc., during that time.
    But when you do the right thing, your gut lets you know it, no matter what anyone else tells you.
    With the legendary door closed and the window closed, you’ll be able to soar!!

  • foamfan

    Criminy; I meant to say, “with the door closed, and the window OPEN, you’ll be able to soar.”
    Oh, and here’s a good website for budding freelancers—
    http://www.anti9to5guide.com/

    Good luck and hang on!!

  • mom2anutball

    Good luck hun, things always work out!! :)

  • mannequin

    Oh Robin, I’m sorry you’re upset now and I guess that’s because you invested so much into it. Just think though. This opens up a new door, the world is your oyster now.

  • Cheri2628

    Sorry to hear about the job and all the drama that went with it. Good luck with finding another job that will be just the right fit for you.

  • asmenodom

    Don’t worry, I know that it can look bad, but there is still hope.
    God, if you believe in Him, won’t let you down.

    mangikano@gmail.com

  • rotari

    I hope you can fell better soon.
    For the sake of your family and dear ones.

    ningumi@gmail.com

  • Peter

    many things happen in live, sometimes good sometimes bad, but we have to face both of them with all we have.
    As an old proverbe:
    If you don’t fear anything, even the worst problem won’t have courage enough to look down on you.
    Good Luck.

    pjonson2008@gmail.com

  • VickieB

    I’m sure things work out for you soon, I can understand how you feel.

    I’ve been in an uncomfortable work situation before and it can make your life hell. Making a change is a scary step.

  • neko03

    Aw, I’m sorry. hope things get better
    KawaiiNeko2008 (at) aol (dot) com

  • stephie

    I am sorry to hear you had a difficult time with your job. I hope things start to get better now, perhaps you could start an online business.

  • herblady

    Robyn,
    I left a job like that once that had me in tears. I was shaky right afterwards wondering if I did the right thing, but when I woke up the next day, I felt this blissful peace come over me, knowing that I didn’t have to get up and go there again! I hope that that is how you’ll be feeling tomorrow.

  • yellow

    I think since your decision is still so fresh, it’s causing the “shaky Jell-o” syndrome.. time assuages, trust me. Jobs are tough to maintain, even in so-called better economy. It’s good to take the time and take a breather. When one door closes, usually another opens. All the best!

    c81280@hotmail dot com

  • Sheri

    Oh Robyn, I hope you feel better soon. I understand exactly what you’ve been going through, and you are right. A part time job shouldn’t be that stressful. Changes like this are so scary for me, but hopefully you will feel better after a few days.

    I’ll be thinking of you and hoping that this opens windows, doors, whatever you want it to do! Take care.

  • Randominities

    Wishing you all the best. I know what a tough decision it can be to leave a job.

  • Amberleigh

    I thought it was bad not finding a job but I never really thought about having one that killed you. Hmmm. maybe not havig one is better because a least one has more time and can be free to invest their time into better things that could even make more money. I am currently seeking to start a baking business. Hopefully the stress and all goes away, but at elast you get to wake up and breathe now.

  • Erica C.

    good luck with everything :)

  • banki

    i fell sorry, but you will find another thing which will make you once again very happy.

    bankatako@gmail.com

  • ojisan

    Live sometimes give us problems just to make us remember that still exist a way to be followed.

    onegaisan@gmail.com

  • watari

    I wish you good luck, everything will get better. There is always a way which is opened after one is closed.

    shindepo@gmail.com

  • elkaye

    Everything will work out for the best, Robyn. Try not to stress about that job anymore.

  • Rita

    It usually works out for the best.

  • Deborah

    Sometimes the benefits of a situation outweigh the costs – you did what had to be done and now you can move on. Best of luck to you!

  • Angie Marion

    You definitely gotta do what you gotta do and if it’s affecting your life or health, it’s not worth it. You will find what you are seeking, and I hope you do!

  • Dixie

    Nothing is worse than doing something that has totally burned you out.
    I hope you’re feeling better-maybe give a big sigh of relief that you’ve closed this chapter and have lots of bright hope for new beginnings.

  • kate5405

    Hang in there, Robyn. It is not worth the hassle of working for a crappy employer. There will be a better job for you out there.

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