Damn, I'm Stressed!

[Azrael52]

There's been a lot of restructuring lately at work, and I'm caught up in the middle. My counterpart from our sister district will be taking on my job duties as well as her own. I'll be doing something totally different. Unfortunately, I have to prepare everything for the handover to her for tomorrow. On top of that extra work and my normal job duties, I still have to do everything to finish up the month and train her on our customers. I have emails sent constantly bombarding me with new crap I have to get done. I haven't done a good enough job of getting it all down into words, here, but I just had to vent. I'm so freakin' stressed out!!!

[Azrael52]

Also, my Dad who happens to be one of my coworkers, had knee surgery on 5/15. He's still out with complications. I hope he gets better soon for obvious reasons, but also for a little moral support here at the shop!

[Lubichev]

We got your back, Az.

Ebb and flow. Ebb and flow.

[TCJohnson]

Something my old boss said to me. This ain't surgery, nobody is going to die so there is nothing really to worry about.

[RickThunderclees]

Something my old boss said to me. This ain't surgery, nobody is going to die so there is nothing really to worry about.
Very true, then again, stress can kill via heart probs....then again, you're a healthy young man................right???

[Cam63]

Good luck with it, Az'.

Stress aint funny.

[TCJohnson]

Well, it can be funny. I laugh when J-Bolt stresses out. And when the guy stresses out in office space? That was cool.

[Cam63]

I meant real people.

[Azrael52]

I meant real people.

That's the nicest thing anyone ever said about me.

Seriously guys, thanks for the encouraging words. I know this too shall pass, but . . .

[Lubichev]

I know this too shall pass, but . . .
...why can't it go ahead and pass already?

[Super Sonic]

I hate threads like this I neve rknow what to say, so I just say what everyone else says................we got you're back, hope you solve your problems soon and such like. =P




I hope it all works out for ya. ^_^

[TCJohnson]

I meant real people.


J-Bolt is real, right?

[Lester C.]

Take solace in the fact that the reasons why you are stressed are temputure and the fact that what's causing you stress is going to improve your life and go away in short order. A month from now you will only be doing one job and it sounds like a promotion so you are going to be better off professionally than you are today. Finally it sucks your father had surgery if he was forced to have surgery that means that he was in a tremendous amount of pain. After a period of rehab he will be doing much better than he was doing before the surgery. My only real advice is to grin and bear it with the realization that tomorrow is going to be much better than today.

[hellokittykat]

Hang in there, Az!

I hope your pa feels better too!!

[heystacy]

The stress will pass. We know you're capable of handling the stress. Venting is good too. Vent all you need.

[Red Berens]

Wasn't there an episode of Seifeld where George would act way stressed out - like on the verge of psychotic and everyone started leaving him alone and saying what a great worker he was? Just go out back once in a while and yell real loud. I've heard it helps.

[OzBat!]

That was professional advice from a professional police hostage negotiator. If anybody knows stress, it's him!

[Sharpandpointies]

Vent. Go out and hit things. Do some heavy activity.

Stress is a killer, man. Get it out of yourself. And like they said -

We're rooting for you.
And let it go...if you can (easier said than done, I know).

[Azrael52]

Guys, sorry, I just got a chance to read all of the kind words and sage advise, here. This was what I was needing. You guys rock! My week is almost over, now. I handed off the inventory that had to be done by the end of May to another guy at the office, I did the handoff via email and copied my boss. I don't know if it got done or not, either, so I'm kinda worried they might try to come down on me. Then, it'll be on like Donkey Kong! Tomorrow is the last day that I will be training the woman who is taking on my title, so that's good. Also, I can always look at it like this: Everytime someone from another office comes in, we always go out to eat at the company's expense. Today, for example, I had some Macho Nachos. This plate was stacked taller than I am! Special thanks, here goes to Larry Dixon. Thanks for the PM. Sorry I haven't responded.

[Azrael52]

Ok, why does my boss have to be such a dick, huh? :mad:

[Super Sonic]

You know what relieves stress, right? ;)

[heystacy]

Ok, why does my boss have to be such a dick, huh? :mad:


That's a boss' nature to be a dick. I think that's a requirement for most positions. ;)

Sorry he's being an ass. Sometimes all you can do is take a break, relax and enjoy a silent moment without the boss around.

[Lester C.]

You know what relieves stress, right? ;)
I'm going to guess that no one wants me to post photos on what I think Sonic is talking about.:mad:

[Lonewalker]

You know what relieves stress, right? ;)

Ancient cure for stress. That's a fact.

[hellokittykat]

Stacy's absolutely correct that being a dick is a requirement to be a boss. In the interview they ask the potential boss:

-"So what kind of dick are you? Are you a 'cold shower' kind of dick or a 'look-it's-the-new-Victoria-Secret catalogue' kind of dick?"

-"Well sir, I think of myself as a 'just-watched-an-Angelia-Jolie-movie' kind of dick but I believe that with my attitude and determination that I could even become a 'Scrambled-porn' kind of dick"

-"That's what I'm looking for! Now go out there and treat your subordinates like dirt!"

[hellokittykat]

Alright I was a little fresh there. I hope it at least gave Az a laugh when he needed it because I could sure use one right now myself .

[Lester C.]

Alright I was a little fresh there. I hope it at least gave Az a laugh when he needed it because I could sure use one right now myself .
This should make you laugh Kitty as SK trying to sound hip is hilarious.

True dat. Nothing will make you dread lunch more than knowing you have to eat that awful school pizza and runny Jello with gooey pear bits. And how about Chicken so tough you could substitute it for bubble gum...



Yeah...

[Lester C.]

I'm sure you bastards will find this funny.:mad:

http://thor.ws/cbr/ful.jpg

[sk716]

This should make you laugh Kitty as SK trying to sound hip is hilarious.

There is absolutely nothing hip about true dat. And if I find out it is hip I will cease to use the term immediatly.

[Azrael52]

Alright I was a little fresh there. I hope it at least gave Az a laugh when he needed it because I could sure use one right now myself .

Yeah, that was good, thanks. I had no idea that went on in those interviews...what's "scrambled porn"?

[Azrael52]

You know what relieves stress, right? ;)

You're right as always Sonic.


*Rolls a homeless guy.*

[Dark Galaxy]

At least you didn't just find out that your little sister got engaged on her 22nd birhtday to an absolute douche bag. :(
That would really add to your stress....trust me.

[Monkey Boy]

There's been a lot of restructuring lately at work, and I'm caught up in the middle. My counterpart from our sister district will be taking on my job duties as well as her own. I'll be doing something totally different. Unfortunately, I have to prepare everything for the handover to her for tomorrow. On top of that extra work and my normal job duties, I still have to do everything to finish up the month and train her on our customers. I have emails sent constantly bombarding me with new crap I have to get done. I haven't done a good enough job of getting it all down into words, here, but I just had to vent. I'm so freakin' stressed out!!!

You just need to suck it up and do what i always do. As little as possible so you'll have more fun watching the new person take on the resposiblities and not be prepared. It makes me laugh just sitting here thinking about it.

Just remember keep thier expectations low so that they don't ask you to do too much.

[Monkey Boy]

You know what relieves stress, right? ;)

Watching American Psycho?

At least iit does for me.

[hellokittykat]

Yeah, that was good, thanks. I had no idea that went on in those interviews...what's "scrambled porn"?

Like you don't know!

Well if you want to continue feigning innocence, ask MonkeyBoy and I'm sure he'll educate ye.

[Monkey Boy]

Like you don't know!

Well if you want to continue feigning innocence, ask MonkeyBoy and I'm sure he'll educate ye.

Yeah i know all about scrambled porn. Great stuff.

[Super Sonic]

Watching American Psycho?

At least iit does for me.

Whatever floats your boat.

[sk716]

At least you didn't just find out that your little sister got engaged on her 22nd birhtday to an absolute douche bag. :(
That would really add to your stress....trust me.

There is a sure-fire stress relief action for that too, go kick her ass.

[Azrael52]

At least you didn't just find out that your little sister got engaged on her 22nd birhtday to an absolute douche bag. :(
That would really add to your stress....trust me.

Ooh, sorry DG. That sucks. Best of luck, huh?

[Azrael52]

What a fucking week!!! Inventory 2 days, visit by corporate (my dick of a boss), and got a verbal by said dick!!! Time to find something else to do with my life.

[Lubichev]

and got a verbal by said dick!!!
Somebody wasn't using it right, then.

You survived, my friend. Have a nice drink (a White Russian) and sleep in tomorrow. I demand it.

[TomStillwell]

Hang in there, bud.

[heystacy]

Sometimes a drink after hours works fine. You'll forget all the BS that your boss is full of. Recetly had a run in with an asshole co-worker. Hang in there.

[Cam63]

Put up a poster of " American Psycho " in your workplace and bring up what a great movie it is and how you can relate SO MUCH to Christian Bale's character around your boss.

He may lean off your " buttons " for a while.

Or you'll get sacked and have a restraining order put on you.

Hmm. Bad idea.

Just remember your job and your boss aint all what your life's about.

[Azrael52]

*Takes notes . . . especially about American Psycho.*

[Azrael52]

Well, I'm sick as a dog. I was up all night vomiting pretty much every hour from 7:00 last night to 4:30 this morning. Then, to top it off, it looks like I'm either gonna be fired tomorrow or seriously reprimanded. There's a long story behind this, it's not about my being sick, it's some other stuff. I just don't feel like typing it all up, yet. I guess if I get fired, I'll have all the time in the world, then.

[hellokittykat]

Well, I'm sick as a dog. I was up all night vomiting pretty much every hour from 7:00 last night to 4:30 this morning. Then, to top it off, it looks like I'm either gonna be fired tomorrow or seriously rerimanded. There's a long story behind this, it's not about my being sick, it's some other stuff. I just don't feel like typing it all up, yet. I guess if I get fired, I'll have all the time in the world, then.

Geez Ray that sucks!
I'm sorry that you're sick and having issues with work!:( Whatever it is I'm sure you don't deserve to be fired or repremanded.
I wish there was something I could do to help. I'll remember you in my prayers though.:o

[Azrael52]

Thanks, I appreciate that very much.

I did raise my voice to my boss, this morning, which I shouldn't have. I should've just let it go, but I was so sick, and I didn't feel like being f'd with, you know?

My wife was nice enough to come home, and console me. She's a sweety. We've been searching the want ads, and I typed up my resume. We figured up the bills, and it appears that we could make it if we only paid the minimum on our credit card, house, and truck payments. I'll get enough money when I quit to pay off one of my credit cards and my student loans. Then, it appears as though I'd have to get my phone and internet shut off, quit getting my comics, and cancel my blockbuster.com account. Also, Christmas would pretty much be out the window, and so would Cape next year. The main downside that I can really see is that we might not be able to do foster care if we're not able to pay our bills. I don't know. I'm really trying my bestest to not dwell on it. I'm just trying to be prepared, you know.

[heystacy]

Sorry you're going through some bad stuff Az. Fist of all being sick sucks. Job issues are terrible. I am hoping all will be resolved at work. I am psoitive you will bounce back as well.

[Azrael52]

Thanks, Stace.

[Lester C.]

Best of luck to you. For what its worth I'm praying for you and your wife.

[heystacy]

Thanks, Stace.


Anytime. Az.

[hellokittykat]

Thanks, I appreciate that very much.

I did raise my voice to my boss, this morning, which I shouldn't have. I should've just let it go, but I was so sick, and I didn't feel like being f'd with, you know?

My wife was nice enough to come home, and console me. She's a sweety. We've been searching the want ads, and I typed up my resume. We figured up the bills, and it appears that we could make it if we only paid the minimum on our credit card, house, and truck payments. I'll get enough money when I quit to pay off one of my credit cards and my student loans. Then, it appears as though I'd have to get my phone and internet shut off, quit getting my comics, and cancel my blockbuster.com account. Also, Christmas would pretty much be out the window, and so would Cape next year. The main downside that I can really see is that we might not be able to do foster care if we're not able to pay our bills. I don't know. I'm really trying my bestest to not dwell on it. I'm just trying to be prepared, you know.

Well, that's good that you have a back up plan. It's always a good idea to prepare for the worst...while hoping for the best ;)

Since it was only this morning that you mouthed off to your boss, I would hope that he would understand that you had been sick all night and weren't in your normal state of mind. Or at least what passes for normal.:p

Even if you don't have this job anymore, I don't think that you'll be unemployed for long. I'll bet that you could find another job quicker than you are giving yourself credit for. That's what being sick'll do to you though. It'll make a not-so-great situation seem a lot worse than it is. The good thing too is that your wife is so understanding and supportive. You're blessed to have a compassionate partner like that.:)

[Cam63]

Try and get some incriminating evidence on them, Az'.

[DungeonmasterJim]

Sorry to hear about your situation Az but it's really not the end of the world. I've lost 3 jobs in 6 years due to lay-off's and companies moving. Last November I bought my house (first time home owner!) and got laid off from my job literally 10 days later. I won't say it was a blessing but I did end up getting a job that currently pays me about $5000 a year more.

Of course, it is a manufacturing job and I was just recalled after a three week lay-off. With the way the manufacturing workforce is in MA, I really don't expect to last more than 5 years at any job I go to any more. Because of that, I make sure to plan properly or as best as possible for my future and retirement.

DM Jim

[Azrael52]

Try and get some incriminating evidence on them, Az'.

Cam, you should write a book.

[Azrael52]

Well, I've got less than an hour and a half, now, and my boss hasn't shown up. Maybe I can take that as a good sign. Of course, that's gonna make for a long weekend.

[Lester C.]

I can't think of anything to say, but I just wanted you to know that I love you man and you have my support and prayers.

[sk716]

Well, I've got less than an hour and a half, now, and my boss hasn't shown up. Maybe I can take that as a good sign. Of course, that's gonna make for a long weekend.

Dude, I've been fighting with and shouting at the Management team all week.

And they flat out refuse to fire me.

[Night Swordsman]

Dude, I've been fighting with and shouting at the Management team all week.

And they flat out refuse to fire me.

Same here. It's like we are somehow irreplacable this week for some reason...:rolleyes:

[heystacy]

Same here. It's like we are somehow irreplacable this week for some reason...:rolleyes:


Holiday season. No time to trian new people.

I have learned to be MORE vocal and demanding as a supervisor. Otherwise things don't get done.

[sk716]

Holiday season. No time to trian new people.

I have learned to be MORE vocal and demanding as a supervisor. Otherwise things don't get done.

Not entirely true. I just sent two new hires off to pee in a cup this afternoon. We'll get the tests back Monday and if they are clean, they'll do orientation on Tuesday and be out on the sales floor Wednesday. Which will give me exactly Wednesday to get them trained. I'm off for Thanksgiving and Friday is Blitz.

So, yeah, if either of them survive the first week, they're keepers. My Assistant Manager is already making plans for which departments he wants to move them to after Christmas. The theory is, if they can survive toys at Christmas and work for me, they can handle working anywhere in the store.

[Lester C.]

Not entirely true. I just sent two new hires off to pee in a cup this afternoon. We'll get the tests back Monday and if they are clean, they'll do orientation on Tuesday and be out on the sales floor Wednesday. Which will give me exactly Wednesday to get them trained. I'm off for Thanksgiving and Friday is Blitz.

So, yeah, if either of them survive the first week, they're keepers. My Assistant Manager is already making plans for which departments he wants to move them to after Christmas. The theory is, if they can survive toys at Christmas and work for me, they can handle working anywhere in the store.
Black Friday. Best of luck on getting through that long, long, day.

[heystacy]

Not entirely true. I just sent two new hires off to pee in a cup this afternoon. We'll get the tests back Monday and if they are clean, they'll do orientation on Tuesday and be out on the sales floor Wednesday. Which will give me exactly Wednesday to get them trained. I'm off for Thanksgiving and Friday is Blitz.

So, yeah, if either of them survive the first week, they're keepers. My Assistant Manager is already making plans for which departments he wants to move them to after Christmas. The theory is, if they can survive toys at Christmas and work for me, they can handle working anywhere in the store.

Toys? Oh goodness, if they survive give them a medal!

[heystacy]

It must be moody boss week, as mine sent out a pissy email I just read and responded to (professionally of course). He so wants to give me an ulcer.

Too bad it won't work. :cool:

[Monkey Boy]

my week has been really tough. i've had to take long brakes and watch movies at work. its too much to handle.

[heystacy]

my week has been really tough. i've had to take long brakes and watch movies at work. its too much to handle.


I want your job. ;)

[Lester C.]

my week has been really tough. i've had to take long brakes and watch movies at work. its too much to handle.
Are you a security guard?

[Cream Filled Taco]

Are you a security guard?

Maybe a fluffer?

[Lester C.]

Maybe a fluffer?
And just how would YOU know what a fluffer is?

[Cream Filled Taco]

And just how would YOU know what a fluffer is?

I saw it on Adrian Paul's resume.

[Gladiaria_Alata]

Toys? Oh goodness, if they survive give them a medal!

*nods* They'll end up having to put up with hoards of small, screaming beasties and the hyper-stressed ones that spawned them.

[Cam63]

I saw it on Adrian Paul's resume.

I read that too.

Did you know he played a cat's arse in " CATS " ?

[Cream Filled Taco]

I read that too.

Did you know he played a cat's arse in " CATS " ?

Did he sing?

[Cam63]

Did he sing?

I think he did make a fart noise.

[heystacy]

*nods* They'll end up having to put up with hoards of small, screaming beasties and the hyper-stressed ones that spawned them.


Well, it could be Toys'R' Us :evilangry

[Cam63]

Long Tan and Khe San were worse.

...Slightly.

[Azrael52]

Well, my boss is back up to his old tricks again. What a jerk. I've been searching for a new job to no avail. I went on an interview for 2 positions. The first one paid $4.5 less than what I make now, and the other really isn't where I see myself in life, though, I might be reconsidering.

So, if you guys have any jobs for me, please let me know. ;)

[Monkey Boy]

Well, my boss is back up to his old tricks again. What a jerk. I've been searching for a new job to no avail. I went on an interview for 2 positions. The first one paid $4.5 less than what I make now, and the other really isn't where I see myself in life, though, I might be reconsidering.

So, if you guys have any jobs for me, please let me know. ;)

You are just sad. Begging for a job like a punk

[heystacy]

Well, my boss is back up to his old tricks again. What a jerk. I've been searching for a new job to no avail. I went on an interview for 2 positions. The first one paid $4.5 less than what I make now, and the other really isn't where I see myself in life, though, I might be reconsidering.

So, if you guys have any jobs for me, please let me know. ;)

Your boss is tripping too?

Damn. :eek:

[Lester C.]

Maybe a fluffer?


And just how would YOU know what a fluffer is?


I saw it on Adrian Paul's resume.

YOU GO TO HELL!:mad: YOU GO TO HELL AND YOU DIE!:mad:

[Scott Iskow]

You know what relieves stress, right? ;)

Comics!!!!!

[Azrael52]

I so wish that I could show you some of the emails I've gotten today. I think the man is 3 years old. I've never started a fight in my life, but I'm afraid this guy will keep pushing me. I'm actively looking for another job, now. We'll see.

[hellokittykat]

You are just sad. Begging for a job like a punk

Monkey, that's not nice!

And I am very ashamed that I snickered.

[hellokittykat]

Sorry your boss is being such a snoteater, Az.:(
I hope something else comes along for you so you don't have to deal with him.

[heystacy]

I so wish that I could show you some of the emails I've gotten today. I think the man is 3 years old. I've never started a fight in my life, but I'm afraid this guy will keep pushing me. I'm actively looking for another job, now. We'll see.


At least yours isn't asking why there's no paper in the malfuctioning copier. :eek:

I am sorry if he's pushing you. I know how that is. All I can hope for is that you find another job soon, and don't loose control. He's more than likely harrasing you to make you become violent.

[hellokittykat]

He sounds like a bully.
When you find another job, Az, confront this guy-not in a threatening way-but call him on his crap. If he's the type that I think he is, he will back away. Don't gamble your job by doing it now but try it when you're ready to leave.

[Azrael52]

Thanks for the advice, guys. I'll definitely call him on it, hopefully, I can wait.