Rainy Tuesday AM

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It’s gloomy and rainy outside which just makes me want to stay home and watch spooky movies. Of course I am going to be an adult and go to work today, so instead I will listen to some spooky podcasts at work to get me through the day. My go-to podcasts for that are Morbid and Heart Starts Pounding. If I am feeling more true-crime vibes then I also add Clues!

I’ve been trying to organize / condense some insurance stuff at work since the system we use has DECADES worth of patient information and old insurance in it, so as the month slows down for us I’ve been trying to get as organized as possible. I still of course have my regular duties of claims, verifying, helping with PTEs, etc- but organizing gives me a different type of satisfaction that I enjoy.

Luckily today is kind of a short day for me, and then I have therapy after work which should be nice! I hope everyone has a lovely day ahead!

Happy Friday

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It’s finally Friday!! Better yet- we have a long weekend! I’m excited to see friends, but also to relax and recharge after this work week. I haven’t written on here in a while, but I recently asked for a raise at work and was basically told I am capped: “maybe not forever, but for now.”

I won’t lie, it was kind of a slap in the face considering how much extra work I had taken one since my last raise in January of 2025 (ahem- almost 2 years ago). However, this just means it’s time to pivot! Now I know I won’t get anymore money here or have any room to grow, so it’s up to me to either settle, or find more.

This morning I’ve already seen 444, 555 and 1111. Yesterday I kept seeing 333 EVERYWHERE- I just know I can trust that all is working out and my angels are supporting me. Of course that doesn’t mean I can just lay around and do nothing- I have to be intentional with my time and effort, which I deserve to give that to myself!

I hope everyone has a wonderful Friday and relaxing weekend, and I hope you get all the signs you are looking for!

Sunday Podcast Promo

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Any of those apps look familiar? That’s where you can listen to Adventures of the 9 to 5! I’m just a gal who made an anonymous podcast to talk about stories and lessons learned throughout my job experience over the years! I wanted to make this a safe space where others can share their stories as well! Whether about a toxic boss or a nosey coworker, or even just share your own story about working for certain companies, I want everyone to feel comfortable to share their stories!

You can email me at adventuresofthe9to5@gmail.com or share story in the reddit community r/Adventuresofthe9to5

Monday Morning

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This is the only full day I have to work this week, so I’m looking forward to just going in & putting my head down & getting to work! I have a game plan & I am going to make sure it’s a positive, productive day. Tomorrow I work a half day, and then I’m off until Monday again! It’ll be so nice to have time off with my husband- even just hanging out this weekend was great!

Fulfilled

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In what ways does hard work make you feel fulfilled?

When I think of a hard day of work, I definitely feel satisfied at the end of the day if I feel like I accomplished the goals I wanted to. When I feel like I have been productive and have crossed a lot off my list, I feel fulfilled in the way that I actually followed through on my goal.

It’s a lot easier for me to be productive and goal oriented in a work environment- sometimes I wonder if it’s still feeding a part of my inner child that craves approval and praise. When it comes to my own personal life, if I have a day where I can cross a bunch of chores of the list, I definitely feel fulfilled. I feel like I have taken care of my home and I have rid myself of overwhelming piles of tasks, which is satisfying.

Since moving away from people-pleasing and perfectionism tendencies, I have since recognized that my worth is not defined by how accomplished I am in the workplace or how clean my home is. I am worthy as I am, and as I lean into self love/care, I have also realized how important rest is. Burnout isn’t fun for anyone, nor is it worth it to sacrifice your health and wellbeing all in the name of being productive. As much as I enjoy feeling fulfilled by a hard day’s work, I also enjoy resting and recharging, so that I can feel fulfilled even when I am not doing anything.

2:22 on the clock

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The angel number of “alignment” is on the clock as I start this, and today I am feeling it so much. I have been at my current job since the beginning of the year, so just over 4 months, and I have been enjoying it! I still do dental billing, just at a new office and I am so amazed at how great the doctors/owners are with being transparent and appreciative. I have been told multiple times that I am doing a great job and they’re so happy with me, and this is something I never heard from other employers other than that their required yearly reviews.

Well today the doctor who I work with the most pulled me into her office today and again gave me great feedback on how I’m doing, and then she proceeded to say: “We want to give you a $2 raise.” My jaw dropped. I literally felt myself getting emotional and my body felt so light but also weird. I thanked her and told her how much I appreciate her and the other doctors being so open and supportive, and I told her that I’ve never worked anywhere like this and how grateful I am to be there.

I am just feeling so supported and loved this year. I’m blessed that I always feel that from friends and family, but to finally also have a job where I feel appreciated is honestly incredible. I work full time 40 hours a week I am at this office, and for a lot of my life those 40 hours were at incredibly toxic work environments.

I worked in places where the boss would talk shit about other employees right to you, which only has you wondering what they say about you when you’re gone. I worked where you are constantly getting more and more work dumped on you, but no compensation to go with it. I’ve also worked places where you’re told to do something but once you do it they are mad and said they never told you to do that.

I think part of me always chose to stay in these chaotic workplaces because I was used to that type of environment in my childhood. Since I no longer had those issues in my home life, part of me would still seek out toxicity so I’d just find it in abusive work environments. In reality, I want peace in and all around me, and I’m finally at a place where I can allow peace and rest to be a priority. Now that I have a job where I am not constantly on eggshells, I finally feel free enough to speak up and discuss any concerns I have without fear of retaliation.

I feel so grateful for this job, and for this life. I feel even more grateful that I am able to be present to it all.

Blessed Monday

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Woke up this morning to a message in our work app that due to extreme low temperatures, for safety of staff and patients they are closing the office today! Snow day part 2! Or part 4 if you count the weekend LOL.

In reality though, I am actually amazed and so glad that I took this position. My last company was still open on Friday when it was a legitimate blizzard outside, and I only know because I messaged my friend who still works there. If you ever called off for anything, you could bet that the boss was asking everyone if they’d seen you posting on snap or instagram or if they heard anything about them looking for jobs. Like damn, can’t someone just be sick or be worried about their safety in peace?

There were so many reasons I left that place, and it mainly came down to their lack of care about their employees, and I am so grateful to be somewhere that is the complete opposite. I love what I am doing at my job, I am getting faster at moving through the system, and I am excited to get everything in a good flow; but today, I get another day of rest!

Everyone be safe out there! Sending extra love to all who need it.