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#RI-69b3a243·3 months ago·
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Taking two mental health days in a row

My manager piled on work after I took a mental health day, making me dread going back to work

What I wish I knew
"How to avoid being punished for taking mental health days"
If I could tell you one thing
"Communicate with your manager and set boundaries to avoid burnout"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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mental health Category
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mental health decisions logged. Avg regret 7.7/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
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of mental health decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.