Stress of work

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I've been extremely stressed and disheartened for the past few weeks. I've always loved my job and have tried to do my best at it. But around a month ago when it was finally the time for me to get promoted, it was handed over to somebody else. No matter what I do, I'm always sidelined at work. Despite what happened, I tried to continue my work as it is without complaining, but I just can't shake off the negativity. It has been affecting every part of my life. I've been making mistakes at work, I've gotten cranky, and I can't seem to sleep. Even my partner has been complaining about my behaviour. Why do I have to face failure even though I did my best? I start getting headaches whenever I think about it all. I really wish I didn't have to keep working here like this.

r_ahul

6 Answers
rkaka
I've felt like this at my job too. This happened 3 years in a row to me which pushed me into depression. But I chose to not give up. Finally the next time, I did get the promotion I deserved. Sometimes you don't get the things you want in life the easy way, but you're not alone in your struggles.
Sunshineme
You shouldn't take out your professional disappointments on your personal life. Creating a work-life balance will help you not make your entire life about just a promotion.
killerhealth
I know how you feel, failing at something you try so hard at is extremely disappointing. But life is never fair. You just have to keep going, prove your worth to the people at work and good things will eventually come your way.
binned32
1
Hey. If you feel like your efforts are never appreciated at your workplace, maybe it's time to move on. You could look for similar companies I'm the industry and find a better fit for your skills.
s_chirps
The best way to move on is to accept the situation as it is instead of questioning why it happened. The sooner you look forward, the higher your chances will be to bounce back.
HB123
3
i know how you feel...this is the reason i dont have expectations from anyone at work. For improving my mental health i have made it a point to do the bare minimum, take care of my self , live life, give time to friends and family n eventually trying to move on to a better org