Greetings! I extend to you a warm embrace from a distance.
I am gratified to have read your request for assistance and hope that my contribution will prove beneficial to you.
From your description, it is evident that you experience feelings of inferiority, lack of self-confidence, and a lack of self-acceptance. It is apparent that you are not fully aware of these aspects of your inner self.
Our relationships with others are a reflection of our relationship with our inner selves. When there is a lack of self-acceptance and a tendency towards harshness and non-acceptance towards one's inner self, and there is a lack of awareness of this aspect of oneself, there is a tendency to project this aspect of the self outward onto others, with the assumption that others will not accept one's true self either.
As a result of an innate self-protective mechanism, individuals may unconsciously disengage from relationships in order to avoid experiencing the pain associated with rejection, disinterest, or rejection in a relationship. What are your thoughts on this phenomenon?
It is crucial to develop the capacity to care for and take care of oneself in the workplace. Work is not the sole determinant of one's identity; it is a means to an end. Allocating 3 to 5 minutes daily for introspection is an effective method for connecting with one's inner self and maintaining awareness of one's physical and mental state.
It is recommended that individuals cultivate interests and passions outside of their professional lives. This can enhance their overall contentment and fulfillment, while also increasing their control over their lives. Concurrently, it is advised that they work assiduously to enhance their professional abilities, thereby becoming irreplaceable in their respective fields.
This will also result in an increase in self-confidence and a sense of control.
It is similarly crucial to learn to accept oneself more fully, to develop self-confidence, and to enhance one's sense of self-worth. Only when one can accept oneself entirely, believe oneself to be good enough, and deserve to be treated well by oneself and others can one strive to be true to oneself in relationships and not concern oneself with the attitudes and evaluations of others, because one is certain of one's identity.
It is this author's recommendation that the reader peruse the text entitled "How to Overcome Social Anxiety."
My name is Lily, and I am a regular listener of the Q&A Pavilion. I have a profound appreciation for the world and for the people in it.


Comments
I totally understand the stress from your first job. It seems like it's not just about the workload but also fitting into a social dynamic that doesn't align with who you are. The pressure to constantly perform and the fear of failure make it hard to enjoy any achievements. The need for personal space and quiet time is important, yet in this environment, it feels like an unattainable luxury.
The second job sounds less intense in terms of workload, but the lack of challenge might be making you feel undervalued. It's frustrating when you're aware that your role could easily be filled by someone else. Plus, the drinking culture adds unnecessary pressure, especially when you're not comfortable with it. It's tough to navigate such expectations without compromising your own comfort.
It's clear that interpersonal dynamics play a huge part in how you experience work environments. In both jobs, the relationships with colleagues seem to weigh heavily on your mind. With the new colleague at your second job, it's challenging when you can't connect with someone who appears to have everyone else wrapped around their finger. It's disconcerting when you feel transparent to others while they remain a mystery to you.
Feeling out of place in professional settings outside of school suggests that maybe the environments or cultures aren't a good match for your personality and values. It might be worth exploring what kind of workplace would better suit your needs, where you can thrive both professionally and personally, finding a balance between work and social interactions that feels right for you.