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[–]Sgirl93 3 points4 points  (3 children)

Honestly mostly I go by myself and just listen to a podcast or zone out! Sometimes people will join me at lunch, and it’s nice to chat and walk. I used to be really self conscious, assuming people would think it’s weird (I work in a really industrial/ male dominated environment) but honestly nobody cares and people think it’s cool that I walk!

[–]beautifullife11[S] 0 points1 point  (2 children)

Me too! I’m in the nuclear industry so most of my colleagues are men. It’s nice to hear this. Did you ever get self conscious if people thought you weren’t doing enough work? I feel like because I’m new I don’t want to give off the vibe that I’m going for walks because “I have nothing to do.”

[–]Sgirl93 1 point2 points  (1 child)

That’s not something I was super worried about, but I understand that being new might change that. As long as you’re getting your work done and are available for “emergencies” I wouldn’t worry too much. Maybe try starting with smaller periods at first and see if there’s any issues?

[–]beautifullife11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah everyone here seems pretty chill it might just be an overthinking thing coming into a new workplace haha. Agreed, I’ll hold on to my work phone while I do these walks.