lovethelord Posted October 2, 2019 Group: Senior Member Followers: 4 Topic Count: 2 Topics Per Day: 0.00 Content Count: 667 Content Per Day: 0.38 Reputation: 1,540 Days Won: 0 Joined: 06/17/2019 Status: Offline Share Posted October 2, 2019 Hi Sharms, I used to work in solitude as a secretary in a large warehouse. No one was around. All I had for company were books I would take to read at work. At the time I wasn't a believer or I would have read the Bible. I know the feeling of loneliness and having others around to interact with and make friendships. I'm thinking that some of your feelings can be guides in directing you in next steps. Are you happy and satisfied at your job? We put in long hours at work and this should be considered. Another thing to consider is God's will for your life. Maybe your sense of need to be around other people can be God's prompting to move on to more fruitful pastures? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missmuffet Posted October 2, 2019 Group: Royal Member Followers: 34 Topic Count: 1,991 Topics Per Day: 0.48 Content Count: 48,689 Content Per Day: 11.80 Reputation: 30,343 Days Won: 226 Joined: 01/11/2013 Status: Offline Share Posted October 2, 2019 5 hours ago, Sharms said: I have a job whereby I work alone. I'm not self employed but I'm the only employee in my location. It has been tough trying to stay self motivated and it is also tough not having any coworkers. How can I stay motivated and still have a productive day even when I feel somewhat isolated? It all depends on the perspective. Some people would love this situation. I would have loved it. You need to know that you are never alone. God is always with you. Did you know this would be the situation when you took the job? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharms Posted October 2, 2019 Group: Members Followers: 1 Topic Count: 2 Topics Per Day: 0.00 Content Count: 12 Content Per Day: 0.01 Reputation: 7 Days Won: 0 Joined: 09/30/2019 Status: Offline Author Share Posted October 2, 2019 2 minutes ago, missmuffet said: Did you know this would be the situation when you took the job? Yes I did. But I wasn't sure what is was going to be like since I had no prior experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missmuffet Posted October 2, 2019 Group: Royal Member Followers: 34 Topic Count: 1,991 Topics Per Day: 0.48 Content Count: 48,689 Content Per Day: 11.80 Reputation: 30,343 Days Won: 226 Joined: 01/11/2013 Status: Offline Share Posted October 2, 2019 1 minute ago, Sharms said: Yes I did. But I wasn't sure what is was going to be like since I had no prior experience. Other than being alone do you like the job? Do you like your boss? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharms Posted October 2, 2019 Group: Members Followers: 1 Topic Count: 2 Topics Per Day: 0.00 Content Count: 12 Content Per Day: 0.01 Reputation: 7 Days Won: 0 Joined: 09/30/2019 Status: Offline Author Share Posted October 2, 2019 I'm not ungrateful towards the advantages that this job offers. However I've doing lots of researches on certain types of isolation when working and I know that there are drawbacks to working alone. I just wanted to confirm some of the things I was thinking and seeking advice to get different perspectives just to see if I have not considered another aspect. And so far I've learnt a few things in reading what everyone posted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharms Posted October 2, 2019 Group: Members Followers: 1 Topic Count: 2 Topics Per Day: 0.00 Content Count: 12 Content Per Day: 0.01 Reputation: 7 Days Won: 0 Joined: 09/30/2019 Status: Offline Author Share Posted October 2, 2019 3 minutes ago, missmuffet said: Other than being alone do you like the job? Do you like your boss? Yes I do like my boss. I do like my job but I'm not certain of the scope of promotion it offers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missmuffet Posted October 2, 2019 Group: Royal Member Followers: 34 Topic Count: 1,991 Topics Per Day: 0.48 Content Count: 48,689 Content Per Day: 11.80 Reputation: 30,343 Days Won: 226 Joined: 01/11/2013 Status: Offline Share Posted October 2, 2019 3 minutes ago, Sharms said: Yes I do like my boss. I do like my job but I'm not certain of the scope of promotion it offers. Well, it is providing a roof over your head and food on the table for now. Have you gone to college? Do you have a degree? Do you have an opportunity to get a better job? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TraceMalin Posted October 2, 2019 Group: Junior Member Followers: 5 Topic Count: 6 Topics Per Day: 0.00 Content Count: 120 Content Per Day: 0.07 Reputation: 105 Days Won: 0 Joined: 10/02/2019 Status: Offline Birthday: 07/05/1968 Share Posted October 2, 2019 (edited) I think it depends on the job. I have worked alone in lifeguard towers all day. The problem was staying alert. I worked as a lumberjack for a season clearing land. My boss soon trusted my work ethic and left me alone all day. He'd arrive in the morning, give me an assignment then leave. I worked hard all day trying to reach the goal. At 5 PM, I'd shut off the saw and leave. My girlfriend hates her job at the moment. She is a pro figure skater, but with a decline in interest took a job as a receptionist at a luxury car dealership. They hired her because she is very pretty and fit and looks like a model. I say that to give you an idea of what she does ... nothing. It drives her crazy. The sales guys answer the phones. They just want her to sit there all day like looking like a receptionist next to $80,000 - $150,000 cars. You can imagine the boredom. I missed what you do if you posted it. If you have an office type job maybe a work - reward schedule would help? Set goals for yourself to work for a certain time or accomplish a task then reward yourself. When cutting trees, I would say, "Okay. I'm cutting those five then I'm going to drink a Coke." Update: I see you posted that you do research? Edited October 2, 2019 by TraceMalin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnthebaptist Posted October 2, 2019 Group: Non-Conformist Theology Followers: 6 Topic Count: 118 Topics Per Day: 0.06 Content Count: 4,361 Content Per Day: 2.31 Reputation: 2,109 Days Won: 0 Joined: 02/25/2019 Status: Offline Birthday: 02/03/1953 Share Posted October 2, 2019 9 hours ago, Sharms said: I have a job whereby I work alone. I'm not self employed but I'm the only employee in my location. It has been tough trying to stay self motivated and it is also tough not having any coworkers. How can I stay motivated and still have a productive day even when I feel somewhat isolated? I had the same problem. I finally retired. How about studying so that you can get another job? Or engage in some volunteer work that would be uplifting as you do your job? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeauJangles Posted October 2, 2019 Group: Royal Member Followers: 43 Topic Count: 229 Topics Per Day: 0.06 Content Count: 10,900 Content Per Day: 2.92 Reputation: 12,145 Days Won: 68 Joined: 02/13/2014 Status: Offline Birthday: 08/14/1954 Share Posted October 2, 2019 (edited) 9 hours ago, Sharms said: How can I stay motivated and still have a productive day even when I feel somewhat isolated? During some down times on the job when not having to concentrate on duties, a small pocket sized bible helped tremendously. Necessary moments away from projects can be a good re-charge to your faith in Christ. Edited October 2, 2019 by BeauJangles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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