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This is basically part 2 of my previous entry about work issues.

I totally agree with everyone who followed-up suggesting holding out until surgeries are done, I can't imagine starting a new job and then telling them I'm going to be out for X weeks, so better to do it now, which also lets me get more experience.

The problem is that that's an "exit strategy," but it doesn't address how to cope on a daily basis with a job situation that I find basically humiliating.  I don't like the idea of trying to just see it as a job, but that might be the only way.

The other important piece that I came across recently involves performing  - and doing something that I feel passion about.  As some may know I have done some performing during a friend's drag show (earlier I would say that I was doing drag, but that isn't accurate anymore).  A couple of weeks ago I did this and after I was done thought I had decided that it was time to give it up.  The issue was that while I kind of enjoyed doing it, I didn't feel like I was bringing enough to it to warrant it (I don't sing, I can't dance...what else?).  But then last week I was at her show - not performing just to see it - she had another guest so at one point she says "I'm going to do one more song and then bring up my guest."  I had a strange feeling of excitement.  I knew it wasn't me, I wasn't performing, but I still for a second reacted like I was.  That's when I realized that I do still want to do it - I just have to find my angle.  So yesterday I signed up for a beginner's jazz dance class :-)

Passion is definitely something that I'm missing, so I'm excited to pursue this possible venue!

xoxo

Chrissy

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Dear Chrissy,

Your job and situation is very hard. I can't imagine how you deal with it. Just put one foot in front of the other, I guess. But also, maintain your own dignity and hold the moral high ground. We can't control the others but we can show them that we are good and decent people.

Your dance class sounds terrific in many ways. Good exercise too! I always wanted to dance as a female. I'm envious and admire you.

Hugs,

Emma

Briannah

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On the job front, I"m also in that "I hate this place and have a six to twelve month exit strategy in place.  I fully understand your feelings!   What i do is just remind myself when I'm there that I after i get x amount of things done I can go home and resume the things that matter to me in life, that getting through this period of being in the place I hate so strongly is setting Nikki and I up for a time when I never have to go there again.  I find what helps me is keeping my mind firmly on the end prize, but your mileage may vary.  Everyone's mind is different!  Mentally chanting "I'm on the road outta here!" is so satisfying though!

bluemoon

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jobs are a little like families in that you don't pick your co-workers, hardly ever anyway. you just have to get along with them as well as possible and not let any conflicts or mismatches hurt your work or your feelings more than they have to. of course, sometimes you get lucky and work with great people or meet your best friend or partner there, which changes everything. the dancing must be a pure joy for you and so great you found your bliss.

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