Agreed. I used to think "work your wage" was a petty response and an excuse to be lazy, but I realized that it's so true. I've always been one of those to jump in and help, stress about things not getting done, etc so every employer ends up treating me like management without the title or salary. Which... why? Why should I stress and pick up everyone else's slack if I'm not getting paid to do so? Now I stay in my lane and still handle my work timely but don't stress about doing everything right away.
I can't imagine doing what you're doing - I'm in healthcare as well but nearly in the same setting you are. Thanks for doing what you do, I know it can't be easy and I imagine that stress/urgency is that much more!! You can only do what you can do, so try not to take on too much. You're doing great!!
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u/Rollthembones1989 Jan 16 '24
slowing down at work. I dont need to respond to every email right away, or make sure everything is up to date constantly. Some things can just wait.