After thorough consideration of the legal uncertainties, potential waiver of rights, lack of guaranteed administrative leave, and the possible implications for future benefits and employment, I concluded that accepting OPM's deferred resignation offer was not in my best interest. Remaining in my current position provides greater stability and preserves my rights and benefits as a federal employee.
I am not a person of blind faith, but I do consider myself to be a person of faith. I try to focus only on the things that are inside of my control. When I am stressed out by things outside of my control I always hear my mother's voice urging me to "Let go and let god" of that which I have no control over. This eventually lets me focus on things that are in my control. By doing this I put my faith in God I will get through the obstacles. My mom would point us to the publication Guideposts: https://guideposts.org/prayer/prayers-for-stronger-faith/how-to-let-go-and-let-god-one-day-at-a-time/ hope this helps.
The fighting easy Chris, nothing worth fighting for is. Don't look at this as quitting, see it instead as strategic regrouping. You're quite rightly focusing your time effort and energy at something that needs those things, and when the time is right, you'll be in a better place to get back in the fight. The fight isn't going to go away..... and neither are you. You can do this all day, even on those days that you think you can't. There's an army of us standing with you.....you are not alone.
Chemotherapy and food is such a challenge. Eyes, nose and mouth need to all be on-board and that can be so tough. We have dinner and smoothie recipes that worked for us and would be glad to share.
Ditto to everything Yamaha/TC said.. Once you start letting go of things or priorities that are good or perceived as "good" right now - you can re-focus on the things that are great. Your brutal honesty in these blogs is refreshing, albeit difficult to read.. Praying for you brother..
After thorough consideration of the legal uncertainties, potential waiver of rights, lack of guaranteed administrative leave, and the possible implications for future benefits and employment, I concluded that accepting OPM's deferred resignation offer was not in my best interest. Remaining in my current position provides greater stability and preserves my rights and benefits as a federal employee.
I am not a person of blind faith, but I do consider myself to be a person of faith. I try to focus only on the things that are inside of my control. When I am stressed out by things outside of my control I always hear my mother's voice urging me to "Let go and let god" of that which I have no control over. This eventually lets me focus on things that are in my control. By doing this I put my faith in God I will get through the obstacles. My mom would point us to the publication Guideposts: https://guideposts.org/prayer/prayers-for-stronger-faith/how-to-let-go-and-let-god-one-day-at-a-time/ hope this helps.
The fighting easy Chris, nothing worth fighting for is. Don't look at this as quitting, see it instead as strategic regrouping. You're quite rightly focusing your time effort and energy at something that needs those things, and when the time is right, you'll be in a better place to get back in the fight. The fight isn't going to go away..... and neither are you. You can do this all day, even on those days that you think you can't. There's an army of us standing with you.....you are not alone.
Chemotherapy and food is such a challenge. Eyes, nose and mouth need to all be on-board and that can be so tough. We have dinner and smoothie recipes that worked for us and would be glad to share.
You got this, Brother!!!
Moving. I appreciate your the impact of your decision but in the end, you’ve made the right choice ❤️
Ditto to everything Yamaha/TC said.. Once you start letting go of things or priorities that are good or perceived as "good" right now - you can re-focus on the things that are great. Your brutal honesty in these blogs is refreshing, albeit difficult to read.. Praying for you brother..