I want to call off today, but I feel so guilty for it. I struggle with my mental & physical health. Yesterday was particularly difficult. I paced around work, fidgeting, shaking a bit. Honestly, I just felt fried. I got home after my shift & tried to nap, but just couldn't get my head to quiet down. Last night I couldn't sleep, I maybe slept for 3 hours. I just feel unwell, exhausted…but overwhelmed with guilt.
I work at a grocery store. My manager told me that absences or attendance cannot be used against us, but I've only been here about a month & I've already called off once before.
How do you deal with or resolve guilt associated with needing mental health days? If that's a problem for you.