side effects at work
When you lose your partner, it's hard to be 100% committed to your work: difficulty concentrating, loss of motivation, chronic fatigue.
an event that is rarely taken into account in the professional sphere because it falls within the realm of private life, whereas other events—such as marriage, the birth of a child, illness, etc.—are
It depends on the company culture; many companies understand the issue but feel it doesn't directly affect them.
A Survival Guide for Working with a Broken Heart
Talking about the breakup and telling our manager will be a great help to us for several reasons
avoid misinterpretations; less focused or less motivated at work than usual
to have more leeway to catch my breath, to push back deadlines that are too tight…
If you don't want to go into detail about your personal history, opt for simple, concise phrases.
Taking care of yourself in the early stages of a breakup—taking a day or two off—can be a lifesaver if you need to cry all day and don’t have the energy… Recharging with loved ones can give you a breather before going back to work; it also means accepting that you don’t have to put on a brave face the very next day.
You can ask to be excused from certain tasks or projects that require a great deal of inner calm when you’re feeling emotionally on edge: you can always turn to your colleagues and ask them to handle an important client meeting
boost one's self-esteem
Work is the ideal place to rebuild an ego shaken by a difficult breakup; if you feel appreciated and valued there, it will help restore your self-esteem…
Prioritizing projects that we enjoy and feel comfortable with is a good strategy that helps us feel like we belong and get positive feedback quickly.
inspired by " Welcome to the Jungle"