Telling Personal problmes @ work, is this too much?

Question

have i said too much or is this NOT BAD ? i am wondering if i should quit. basicall i have talked to at least five people at work about my situatoin. i am pregnant and single and having financial difficulties and thinking of quitting the job so i can qualify for some welfare programs as a means to survive. have i said too much at work? I havent said anything super personal like some ppl do like ( about guys i date and whatever i never talk about anythign personal on that level ) the only real personal thing i talk about all the tiem ( cause its stressing me out ) is about finances and what the heck im going to do when the baby gets here. shoudl i be embarassed or is it not that bad? I know some ppl are much worse, thanks

Answer 1

Well, what you did was a no no. Anyway, I think you should go on welfare if you think that is the best option for you and your baby. Please, don't abort your baby.

Peace and blessings!

Answer 2

Yes it is very bad to talk about your personal problems at work. We all are human and we have problems, but try your best not to of speak of them at work. Now if you have a friend you can trust at work then do so, but not to many people. You dont want your personal information getting around th the wrong person. In the future you may wnat to maove up the latter. You dont ant to be known as the girl with all those problems. Instead turn yor negative into a positive, and people will say no matter what kinda pressure she's under she does a great job! and you never know who's watching you may be up for a better job within in the company. Im not perfect myself but im laerning to think positive and positive will come your way. I've been in your shoes and there is help avalible to you. Such as grants, housing, and more. here's websites here

http://www.maternitysavings.com/enrolld3

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I wish you all the best

Answer 3

I totally agree with TexEd - You need to speak with your boss. He may be able to rais your salary a bit, or perhaps give you some advice. I wouldn't be discussing my finances and welfare options with co-workers, because the opinions you'll get from them will always be biased. If you feel that your boss won't be helpful, perhaps look for a part time job, or ask your boss if you can work part time. If you're working part time, you will most likely still be eligible for welfare. Trust me, I work full time as a paralegal and really am underpaid (by a lot). Prior to working here, I was in law school and got pregnant. I didn't have health insurance, and only worked part time as an office administrator. I went to welfare and got health benefits, even tho I had income. I am still under welfare benefits because I do not make enough to pay for health insurance. You can always ask a social worker at your local welfare office, they can either give you what you need or they can refer you to a plan with a lower costing health insurance (or whatever you need, like HUD or Section 8 housing, food stamps, etc.)

Answer 4

It is about your comfort level. Personally, I only have a couple people who I truly trust at my job. I don't feel like it is anyone else's business. Just know that the people you consider your "friends" may say and do different things when you are not there.

As far as the baby issue goes, you may want to also check into some non-profit programs for new or young mothers. Please call and get the info before you quit your job. Trust me, the government programs can be more pain than it's worth, but you want to do what is best for you and baby.

Answer 5

It is never a good idea to speak of personal problems at work, but you especially don't want to mention that you are quitting to become eligible for benefits, as this may not be acceptable to the welfare people when they call to verify your loss of employment. You may want to try to get another job that pays better, and then you have quit for that reason and not to become eligible.

Answer 6

As much as people care about you they do not want to hear your personal problems, cause they've probably have enuff problems of their own. Harsh but true. I hate when you hear people on the phone at work discussing personal matters loud enough that others can hear them, that pretty uncomfortable also

Answer 7

That's too much personal information. Who knows if the people you've already told somehow leaked that info to your boss. You should talk to your boss, and discuss your situation.

Answer 8

Ask your boss when he can talk to you behind closed doors???.
Then, when the door is closed, talk to him. Be honest Ask what he suggests. And take it from there. Believe me, you're better off working, even if you have to take time off.