Is it okay for me to call in sick even if i’m not?

Question

Yesterday I gave my boss the 2 weeks notice before I finally quit. I have worked at my job for over 1 month now and i’ve hated every single day. I cry almost daily and need breaks from the mental and physical exhaustion. I haven’t felt like myself since I started this job and I cant wait to leave. I feel guilty for faking being sick but I can’t stand this job anymore. I really want to call in sick, but I don’t know if it’s right.

Answer

Are you trying to find a new job? It sounds like you should be looking if you're not. I used to call out when I wasn't sick when I was depressed. Those are "mental health days" and in my opinion, they are just as important as sick days. If you are sad all the time, that's a bigger issue and it seems like you need to try to find a different job and if you are feeling depressed, perhaps see your doctor. I've been in jobs I hate and been so depressed before and I've been able to get work again at places that I enjoy. I even have gaps in my employment because of it and it hasn't made it impossible to get work. I explain it as "taking care of a family member" and I don't have to provide more information. I know it can be hard when you're at a place you hate and you're trying to find a better job, but there's one out there for you. Things will get better. Make sure you take care of yourself. Hang in there!

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Why put in a two week notice if you’re not going to go? Just inform them you’re done working there

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Yes but if you stop going in altogether they can put on your file that youre ineligible for rehire, which can affect your reference (if you care to use them as a reference)

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If you need to put them on a resume for your next potential job I wouldn't because it is gonna guarantee a bad one. If possible I'd keep them.off any resume anyways as short employment doesn't look good either and if you can keep them off sure call out. Honestly if I wasnt going to use them on a resume I'd just twll them today is my last day. They cannot force you to work but just be aware calling in sick or not going back can bite you in the ass if either you need that company in the future or it is a tight knit industry where lots of places know each other because your name will get around. Honestly just depends on the job and your situation.

Is it okay for me to call in sick even if i’m not?

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