tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822869016413307981.post7310922629850212472..comments2024-03-28T18:40:51.572-04:00Comments on Tilting at Windmills: melted downCWMartinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06798867734074134647noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822869016413307981.post-81341443645882381312014-05-26T17:43:31.693-04:002014-05-26T17:43:31.693-04:00I thank you... and I probably wouldn't have be...I thank you... and I probably wouldn't have been much company before Sunday afternoon.CWMartinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06798867734074134647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822869016413307981.post-4708581666842120002014-05-26T14:56:53.804-04:002014-05-26T14:56:53.804-04:00Chris:
I have been SO behind m,uself around the Fo...Chris:<br />I have been SO behind m,uself around the Fortress", I would have shot you guys and invite...but then I ralized that the "<br />ghettohood" might not be the "best rel;ief" for what's ailing you.<br />I drive down that same psychological street a lot myself, fortunately, I prefer not to stop and hang out there.<br />You and I have similar work ethics, and I have left jobs that paid well, because of PRINCIPLE (not the best thing, but I CAN sleep at nights).<br />We can never totally eliminate stress, but we can work THROUGH it, brother.<br />In many ways, stress is a not-so-distant cousin to grief.<br />And I know I say GOOD GRIEF a lot...lol.<br /><br />Here's trusting that through HIS help, you can turn that corner and get back on track.<br />I''m praying for you.<br /><br />Stay safe.<br />Bob G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09222203353717749897noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822869016413307981.post-17647714809934618042014-05-25T11:23:16.670-04:002014-05-25T11:23:16.670-04:00Robin and Mynx:
First of all, thank you both. I ...Robin and Mynx:<br /><br />First of all, thank you both. I really think though, that the enemy is me and not the company. When I let it get like this, it is me saying, "It's stupid to get upset," It's me saying, "This is ridiculous," and me that didn't give me an outlet for it. Just keep swallowing, it'll digest in a few hours. The trouble with the food analogy is, what goes in must come out. And out it came.<br /><br />I do have to change my thinking- but it seems its the thinking at the subconscious level that I need to change. I know in the front of my mind it's not all on me. My bosses tell me that all the time. But for whatever reason, when I heard, "The extra 3 1/2 hours aren't enough," my subconscious put it on me. Work lists that I had been getting done by 12:30 were taking the whole shift- or not getting done. Not because of me, they were just getting bigger. Then came yet another round of "we made it, but we can't find it," and down I went.<br /><br />The thing is, I have to find a way to deal with ME that doesn't involve "That's stupid".CWMartinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06798867734074134647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822869016413307981.post-46802966865169735912014-05-24T21:28:02.333-04:002014-05-24T21:28:02.333-04:00My dear friend, first of all a big hug for you as ...My dear friend, first of all a big hug for you as you know that I have had my own work related meltdown recently.<br />And to be honest, letting it all out in a bit bundle of tears really does help.<br />Sometimes people don't listen until a meltdown happens and as horrible it is at the time,perhaps work will get a bit better now.<br />Make time for yourself, doing what you love. Look after you. You are important and special and your concerns are valid but unfortunately if you are going up against a company,sometimes you have to change your thinking if you want to survive with some remnant of sanity.<br />More hugs from me, I do understand very well what you are going through. xxxnot displayedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11637174135437423585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822869016413307981.post-51947061079406590162014-05-24T10:35:17.139-04:002014-05-24T10:35:17.139-04:00When we feel frustrated to the point that nothing ...When we feel frustrated to the point that nothing we do makes a difference... well, that is bound to twist you up inside. At least, for anyone who CARES. As you clearly do. The only way to Power Through is to Let Go. Exercise is an excellent way for the body to physically release the burdens of the mind. So, I agree with LC. Maybe a punching bag would be your best investment ever. I just started taking dance lessons and that has been an excellent release. Stress is a killer. I say that with all seriousness. The things that disturb our mind (if we store it up) will manifest in our bodies (there is no other option). So, I strongly encourage you to find a physical way of releasing all of that negative junk at work so that you can live a healthy, peace-filled life when you are home.Robinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14932408372240147454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822869016413307981.post-45187475410359526852014-05-24T09:12:18.228-04:002014-05-24T09:12:18.228-04:00I used to do St Johns Wort. It evens things out.....I used to do St Johns Wort. It evens things out... good and bad. Then you feel like a robot and smell like a herb.CWMartinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06798867734074134647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822869016413307981.post-18525070399812836492014-05-24T09:08:00.933-04:002014-05-24T09:08:00.933-04:00Chris, I'm so sorry you had a bad week at work...Chris, I'm so sorry you had a bad week at work. Good for you though to reach out and tell your boss. I'm sending prayers and hugs your way. <br />If your temperament continues, I would suggest going to the Dr and getting a medication to even out some brain chemicals. It works!! hollihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08558294192449866387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822869016413307981.post-48595881652268924452014-05-24T08:55:36.406-04:002014-05-24T08:55:36.406-04:00It probably would have helped to get some kinda re...It probably would have helped to get some kinda release before popping my cork. I really hurt myself afterwards by forging on and saying it was stupid to let it get to me. It had already got to me, and it didn't matter if it was stupid or not.CWMartinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06798867734074134647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822869016413307981.post-80427278147655717312014-05-24T08:53:42.664-04:002014-05-24T08:53:42.664-04:00Thank you. It's what blogs are for, right?Thank you. It's what blogs are for, right?CWMartinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06798867734074134647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822869016413307981.post-38850618972703408152014-05-24T08:53:12.468-04:002014-05-24T08:53:12.468-04:00Thank you.Thank you.CWMartinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06798867734074134647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822869016413307981.post-48241980417707630112014-05-23T23:29:32.409-04:002014-05-23T23:29:32.409-04:00CW-
Even though I do not work out like I did when...CW-<br /><br />Even though I do not work out like I did when I was in my twenties and early thirties, those kinds of days the only release for me is to sweat.<br /><br />Back when I had a basement, I had a heavy bag for just such days. If you have a place to put one, I cannot recommend it enough for both exercise and stress relief!<br /><br />I miss mine. I gave it to my brother when I moved. He has no stress issues!<br /><br />Larry<br /><br />LCDiscConnectedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07013919800637508392noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822869016413307981.post-68982282339400728202014-05-23T22:58:58.584-04:002014-05-23T22:58:58.584-04:00You're brave to write that.You're brave to write that.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822869016413307981.post-32182627116906874662014-05-23T22:58:29.135-04:002014-05-23T22:58:29.135-04:00Sending you bloggy hugs. Melt downs at work at a r...Sending you bloggy hugs. Melt downs at work at a rare thing for me, though it has happened.<br /><br />Hope you feel better.J.Dayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09211819677106829508noreply@blogger.com