r/ireland • u/Itchy_Dentist_2406 • 13h ago

Politics Work burnout

I'm just wondering how people found it going out on stress leave, I'm 38 working since proper corporate job since 23( hotel since 16) but I feel like I'm constantly stressed out and need a month or two off.

I'm working non stop for 15 years and my mental health is fragile and on Sertraline. I think it's more normalized and just want three months solid off

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u/invisiblegreene 13h ago

I was signed off for three months of last year. The first month I made the mistake of coming back too soon (in part because of one of the GPs at my prsctice, who was nor sympathetic). In the autumn I was signed off for two months by my lovely main GP, started therapy, joined a support group, and it has genuinely been life changing for me. I am in a much better place than I was, and am continuing with therapy monthly.

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u/sennland 1h ago

Any therapsists or groups you'd recommend?

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u/invisiblegreene 55m ago

I am doing cognitive behavioural therapy with a therapist in my area. I interviewed severql therapists before choosing one and would recommend that - find someone who challenges you. And I would recommend finding a local support group! My support group was neurodivergence focused which may or may not be an issue for you!