Dear Jennifer:

I am glad your boss is kind and understanding- that is fortunate! Hopefully the HR reps will be as helpful. Take it easy at work, and otherwise, one moment, one hour at a time. Keep yourself as calm as possible. When you find your thoughts rushing, that feeling of panic, calm yourself again and again, focus on your breathing, focus on what you are doing (mindfulness). It won’t work perfectly, but keep at it. Post anytime.

anita