I have had severe GAD for years (since I was a small child). Recently, i started a new job as a nurse in a pretty toxic work environment - knew that from the beginning. My boss is amazing and so supportive as are my other coworkers. I *just* started and have been orienting for ~4 shifts now. After the first weekend, a provider (who’s new to this hospital which is a SMALL town which she isn’t from), had made mean comments about me and other nurses behind our backs. My boss is aware and has talked with her (this isn’t the first time she’s been talked to).

I know misery loves company and I shouldn’t take it to heart. But my anxiety has been through the roof over this! I also ruminate, severely. Any tips?

I’m nervous to even go back to work :(