It was an anxious start to the day as starting back at work after 7 weeks off. Spent the morning doing a small tidy-up, clearing my head with meditation, work laptop and phone on charge, then shower and get ready.
All morning the question “What will the day bring and how stressful will it be?” was playing around in my head. I decided whatever happens today that I would aim to take it easy and slowly get back into the swing of it.
Spoke with the boss in the morning and confirmed that I was on a returned phased to work, working 3 days this week and back full-time next week. This was comforting as it allowed me time to readjust without getting stressed. Overall it was a good first day back. I was not stressed, just catching up and sorting out outstanding issues. It feels relieving at the end of the day, as I have had a pleasant day back and only have another 2 days working this week, so can take my time adjusting to the new routine I have.
On the way home, I passed the trigger shop and had no issues at all. I think the days previous of me driving down there have helped, as it did not bring up any cravings or anxiety, just simple to drive past that junction. Sticking to my recovery plan, I went to another shop on the way home to get what I needed.
Nice chilled end to the day with a home-cooked meal, a bit of YouTube and film before bed.
Let’s hope tomorrow at work is just as stressless
