Hi there,

My partner has a lot of work related anxiety. In reality, we live a very stable life and don’t face job insecurity. However, my partner has an upcoming deposition (out of court testimony - will be on webcam) in regard to a lawsuit his company is involved in. His lawyers have a pretty positive outlook on the suit, and this is not an end all for the business. My partner has expressed his anxiety to me and I do my best to pick up the slack in other areas for him to make him feel as little stress as possible. He has also been attending therapy to help him reduce his work related stress. 

With the upcoming deposition my partner has asked me to be in the room (under the desk) as the webcam will be on. He finds my presence comforting. He wants me to sit and work there 3-4 hours a day for the duration of the deposition (2-3 days). 

I really do my best to support and comfort my partner but I’m personally finding this to be an unreasonable request and would like the opinion of others with anxiety. I know this is a one time situation but 1. This is a currently a very busy time with my business and I know I will find it uncomfortable and difficult to focus 2. I honestly just don’t want to sit under a desk for a few hours.

I’d appreciate your opinions. I do try to be as supportive as possible while ensuring he is also helping himself but I find this unrealistic.