Returning to Work

Like many living with Crohn’s you may have been relieved at the remote working opportunities that lockdown brought. No fear of an urgency for the toilet on the way to or the home from work. Your bathroom was just a few steps away and there may have been a general lowering of stress stemming from this, helping to avoid the risk of flare-ups.

There may now be an expectation or even pressure to return to your work-place. For some this may come with a sense of dread around returning. Through my work with many with Crohn’s I have found the trait of being overly accommodating to be present. Sufferers wanting to people please and not wanting to ruffle any feathers. Perhaps conflict is one of your triggers and you would avoid conflict for fear of a flare-up.

This is a tricky issue to navigate but through counselling and coaching we could work on how you might approach and address your needs with your employer and find what is the best outcome for you.