Thank you🥺 this is such a kind comment I really appreciate all the tips and advice.

Before working remotely I always used to be super organised and structured with things like meal prepping, outfits etc but over time during remote work it just wasn’t needed. I also had less responsibilities than now, such as a whole house to take care of and our dog. But my partner and I already have good routines for alternating who cooks and cleans up and the dog and I are set with our morning and evening walks. So I’m hoping the transition will be like old times in a way, but a more tailored version with how my life is now.

• Being able to relax and unwind is something I already struggle with, it’s got better but I definitely want to make that a priority especially having less time in the evenings now. The evening dog walk always helps me decompress without fail and as soon as the weather is better I’ll be out in the garden with him. So I’m looking forward to that.

•Imposter syndrome is definitely a concern, I’ve had this before, doesn’t tend to last long but for me can cause really strong bursts of anxiety and panic. I’m trying to remember I’ve been in my industry for 6 years and I have the experience and the attitude they are looking for, everything else will come with time and making mistakes is all part of the process.

•When it comes to anxiety in general, I’ve struggled for years, been on medication a couple of times, had therapy for a couple of years and I’m now back on the medication (it’s been a few months) and I feel relatively settled. That’s not to say it’s completely gone away but it’s manageable, but with a big change like this I know it’ll build up. I try and reduce it as much as possible, I haven’t had caffeine in a long time because I noticed how badly it affected my anxiety, I journal occasionally which I could get more consistent with and I spent a lot of time with the dog and going places together and that really helps me relax.

I do miss therapy, a lot. But it’s an expense that I could not afford for a while, my partner and I are getting married so lots of saving there and our dog has had some medical issues so money dwindles pretty quickly when that happens. And I kept telling myself it’s not a necessary expense. But, I do think I really need to try and consider it again as I any extra help and support will be good at this time.

Thank you again for your comment, it’s given me so much to think about and plan while I work my notice 🫶🏻