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Imposter syndrome?

By Overworked - 15/03/2025 03:00 - United States

Today, after my boss thanked me for being so "reliable" all the time, I confessed to her that I have really bad anxiety, which has given me a crippling fear of disappointing her and ending up jobless. Even after reassuring me that she would never do that, the feeling is still there. I think I need therapy. FML
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FluffythePink 23

I think you are right, a bit of therapy would do you good. Job anxiety IS a real thing these days, you are a very long way from alone in these feelings. Most people bottle it up and try not to explode from the pressure. You are in the minority who recognises it and can see that you need a bit of help. So go find it. There should be low cost or pay what you can for x sessions charities in your area. Have a Google and go talk about it. The economy is ****** in a lot of countries, in the US you also have a huge amount of extra anxiety going on right now. Look after yourself, ground yourself and your boss will like you even more as a stable, reliable employee. Good luck 🫂

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FluffythePink 23

I think you are right, a bit of therapy would do you good. Job anxiety IS a real thing these days, you are a very long way from alone in these feelings. Most people bottle it up and try not to explode from the pressure. You are in the minority who recognises it and can see that you need a bit of help. So go find it. There should be low cost or pay what you can for x sessions charities in your area. Have a Google and go talk about it. The economy is ****** in a lot of countries, in the US you also have a huge amount of extra anxiety going on right now. Look after yourself, ground yourself and your boss will like you even more as a stable, reliable employee. Good luck 🫂

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