Keep Getting Fired

[AnglicanPeace]

This year, I have been fired from about four jobs. I stay in good spirits. But I can't help but feel a bit sad about it. I take too many bathroom breaks and smoke breaks I believe. I'm also a bit unstable mentally. I haven't seen my bf since Summer 2017 and I was hoping to be able to pay to see him. I wanted to just get on the dole for now, but that takes six months to get a decision.

Can anyone relate?

 

[~Anastasia~]

I can relate to difficult situations in life.

If there are mental issues contributing, can you seek help for those things? Can you speak to someone about any local employment programs that help people with particular problems like this?

Barring that, maybe there are other jobs that might be more suitable. Something like a contracted position where you get paid by the piece, so no one is concerned with your breaks (though you'll have to be responsible yourself to produce). Or a "body in place" type position - often things like security or overseeing a location? Maybe sitting, though it would probably need to be with a smoker. Have you looked into trying to quit smoking?

There are steps like these that might help in the process, though it sounds like there is a "big picture" you'd be better off addressing long-term. Employers can't be blamed for wanting their employees to be present during times they are paid to be there.

 

[EzekielsWheels]

I pray for healing of your mind. I would take this to God and see why there is so much turnover in your life at this time. I think you have a sense of what some of the problems are and if you can address those it might help long term.

 

[FutureAndAHope]

This year, I have been fired from about four jobs. I stay in good spirits. But I can't help but feel a bit sad about it. I take too many bathroom breaks and smoke breaks I believe. I'm also a bit unstable mentally. I haven't seen my bf since Summer 2017 and I was hoping to be able to pay to see him. I wanted to just get on the dole for now, but that takes six months to get a decision.

Can anyone relate?

Our aim as a Christian should be to work for a living. You mentioned that you are feeling down, I know it can be hard to focus and work when we feel like that, I once had time off work due to mental stress, but God got me sorted out and back into work. Strive to work, but if you can't due to the stress, try to seek God in your time off, so he can strengthen you. Don't just fall into a carefree or lazy attitude.

1Th 4:11-12 Try your best to live quietly, to mind your own business, and to work hard, just as we taught you to do. Then you will be respected by people who are not followers of the Lord, and you won't have to depend on anyone.

 

[Basil the Great]

So sorry for your job problems, Anglican Peace. The good news is that we are now in a very tight job market, so you should be able to find another job soon. Let us hope that next one works out better.

 

[usexpat97]

Not seeing your bf since summer 2017? Can non-marital relationships survive for that long? How does a couple stay together for over a year, and not see each other even once?

 

[AnglicanPeace]

Not seeing your bf since summer 2017? Can non-marital relationships survive for that long? How does a couple stay together for over a year, and not see each other even once?

Yes because he's the ideal choice for me. I don't want kids and neither does he. If I get in another relationship, I fear I'll end up getting pregnant.

 

[AnglicanPeace]

I was wondering if it would be advisable to only look for work from home from now on?

 

[aiki]

This year, I have been fired from about four jobs. I stay in good spirits. But I can't help but feel a bit sad about it. I take too many bathroom breaks and smoke breaks I believe. I'm also a bit unstable mentally. I haven't seen my bf since Summer 2017 and I was hoping to be able to pay to see him. I wanted to just get on the dole for now, but that takes six months to get a decision.

Can anyone relate?

I'm afraid not. I work even when it is dangerous for me to do so. I have a seriously bad back (an old injury that is deteriorating as I age) but even still I continue to work as much as I can. Sometimes, this backfires on me and I end up on the floor at work with a back flare up. Not fun. But, God has said in His word, the Bible, that if a man does not work, neither shall he eat. That applies to everyone - men and women. I am also told in the Bible to work as unto God. In other words, He is my Ultimate Employer. When I work, then, I do my best for Him. How about you?

It's...interesting to me that there isn't a hint of God in all that you wrote in your OP. Why is that? If you want to find inner stability and the blessing of God in your life, if you want to be wise and live meaningfully, then you cannot neglect to put God at the center of your life where He is supposed to be.

 

[dqhall]

This year, I have been fired from about four jobs. I stay in good spirits. But I can't help but feel a bit sad about it. I take too many bathroom breaks and smoke breaks I believe. I'm also a bit unstable mentally. I haven't seen my bf since Summer 2017 and I was hoping to be able to pay to see him. I wanted to just get on the dole for now, but that takes six months to get a decision.

Can anyone relate?

You might try giving up smoking. You might try a temporary agency/labor pool.

 

[LoricaLady]

Getting fired is, of course, not the major issue. Smoking and feeling mentally unstable are the issues that need to be addressed first. I am not a fan of psychiatry and psychologists and meds from what I have researched and seen personally in those around in my life so I won't recommend that route, personally. I'm wondering if there is some underlying hurt for childhood that needs to be addressed too. (Meds can't make those go away) If so, maybe some kind of group therapy with others who have experienced similar things.

As for smoking I know one lady who got over that through prayer and a nicotine patch.. Just a thought.

I pray you will be led in the paths that lead to healing and then a stable job.

 

[Sketcher]

Did you have any feedback on why they fired you?

 

[lastofall]

If we "with good will do service as to the Lord and not to men" then will we not be seeking our own will, but His will in all we do.

 

[3rdday]

This year, I have been fired from about four jobs. I stay in good spirits. But I can't help but feel a bit sad about it. I take too many bathroom breaks and smoke breaks I believe. I'm also a bit unstable mentally. I haven't seen my bf since Summer 2017 and I was hoping to be able to pay to see him. I wanted to just get on the dole for now, but that takes six months to get a decision.

Can anyone relate?

I'm so sorry you are struggling. Jobs are hard and very stressful. It isn't called WORK for nothing. Have you considered working with an employment agency or even something like the United Way? They have help for building resumes and working with companies that hire and train, etc. I know it is frustrating. My husband went through about 12 jobs before he found his right place. Hang in there. Jeremiah 29:11 says God has a plan, its a good plan and it will prosper you. Keep asking Him to guide your steps.

 

[Mountainmanbob]

I take too many bathroom breaks and smoke breaks I believe.

Take note of those
can be changed
and
very important.
M-Bob

 

[AnglicanPeace]

Thanks everyone for your support and input. I was wondering if work from home is a viable option? Because another problem is that I'm very quiet. Quiets the voices.