You're in a relatively good spot right now job-wise. You have time to apply to other places, attend job fairs, network, etc. I would suggest planning out 1 to 2 hours per week to do something job search-related while you keep your current job for the time being. I hope that knowing you will find a better job sooner or later will reduce your current stress. Something that helps me is to remember to do the best I can at work, but that's all I can do; I need to let go of things I can't control. I also think it's important if possible to only work during paid work hours.I'm a teacher so I'm guilty of all too much working for free, but I am at least learning to cut back on that and to work smarter, not harder. When you're not getting paid to work, try to not even think about work. Do some things that help you relax. Getting some exercise is usually a good idea, whether you are someone who works out vigorously at a gym or someone who would rather just take a walk outside if the weather's nice, in a mall if it's too ridiculously hot, cold, or rainy outside. Something else that's important is to have something you look forward to at least every week, preferably every day. Even though you may be avoiding extravagant expenses since you may be changing jobs, still treat yourself to a little something, whether it's coffee with a friend or dinner from a restaurant or borrowing a library book that has nothing to do with your job. Pamper yourself a little bit; get a pedicure or go to the hair salon if it's time for a refresh. I had been feeling down and bedraggled for the past few weeks, then I got a new haircut (a bob with bangs; it was previously shoulder length). That has made me feel like a new person; SO much better. I'm not saying you need to cut your hair, but if you have felt in a rut about something, maybe it's time for something that makes you feel refreshed. Something else I have learned is a great stress reliever is sometimes saying no, whether to your kids if they're being excessively demanding or to someone who invited you to something you really don't want to attend. Best of luck to you; you've got this!
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