This is my last week of gradual return! hard to believe, those 8 weeks went by fast. I definitely feel my stamina improving. I hope I can transition ok to the full time hours. I know I will be tired. I need to be patient and kind to myself.
It hasn't all be easy coming back to work. I did try to help out more than I maybe should have during the return, mainly because the branch has been so understaffed and I wanted to rectify this before I go on my secondment. There were days I pushed myself too hard. But then I learned my lesson and am not working outside of the hours much anymore. I need to value my time to rest and treat that as a priority too.
Because I threw myself into things and maybe also because I sought out a new job, I think people at work somewhat forgot I was on gradual return and just back from leave for cancer. There have been many times where I haven't felt a lot of support. Not even much concern for how I am doing. It is a bit disappointing. But I guess not that surprising. I have to look after myself and be my own advocate.
As I get ready for my new role, I am hopeful I can find the right balance for me. That's my goal for this new job. To enjoy the opportunity and all that it brings but not to let it consume me. Remember that balance, harmony and wellbeing is number one.
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