Depression Support Group
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I missed work last week. I teach classes, so it's not like "no one noticed". I basically stood up my class. I was feeling stressed about my husband's job and when I started to drive to work, I almost got in a wreck! I tried to pull myself together and just go on, but then I almost got in another wreck. SO I went home and it was too late to make it to class.
I am sooooo bad at making excuses. What do I say to the inevitable "where were you?" What can I say or do to minimize unflattering speculation?
(And yes, I know, some people will say I shouldn't care what students speculate or don't. But in reality, reputation at work does matter, especially in "people" oriented jobs like teaching. I have a few more classes left and I can't take sick leave on all of them. When I'm there, I want to the students to have enough respect for me to listen to what I have to say. If they ignore me, they they aren't learning.)
I am sooooo bad at making excuses. What do I say to the inevitable "where were you?" What can I say or do to minimize unflattering speculation?
(And yes, I know, some people will say I shouldn't care what students speculate or don't. But in reality, reputation at work does matter, especially in "people" oriented jobs like teaching. I have a few more classes left and I can't take sick leave on all of them. When I'm there, I want to the students to have enough respect for me to listen to what I have to say. If they ignore me, they they aren't learning.)
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
I'm a teacher - currently on a stress leave - I can feel ya on this one.
I think what mego says is perfect...don't add details, because it's none of their business. If your higher up says anything, just get a doc's note and they have to back off.
Take care. Teaching is a tough gig...that's why I'm not doing it..lol!