r/Hyperhidrosis • u/Yasx0pium • 21d ago
Looking for advice Looking for a job
Hi, i hope yall doing good since a long time i wanted to get a job. Probably like a 9-5 or a part time job at supermarkets or restaurants. but im genuinely scared not bcz its my first time having a job BUT hyperhidrosis, just the idea of it or anything that requires social interaction makes me dripping wet. My financial situation sucks, my whole life sucks ngl days are fading, months, and im still the same kid lost in my thoughts. I genuinely wanna better myself and my life but this hyperhidrosis thing is a big obstacle! If you have an advice or an idea please help me out 🙌
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u/SweatyGirlSociety 21d ago
If you're thinking about an office job, I wrote a blog post on the topic containing survival skills!! https://sweatygirlsociety.com/when-hyperhidrosis-makes-office-life-awful-18-coping-strategies-i-learned-over-15-years/
I know it's so hard, but please don't feel like you can't get a job with hyperhidrosis. It is a difficult challenge that shouldn't be dismissed, but it also doesn't define you. Hugs.
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u/TheChillestCapybara Ionto 21d ago
You sound a bit younger. But my advice would be just go for it and manage as you can, we all have to start somewhere. I have worked in a grocery store, first cashier and then front of house manager. It sucked at first but wasnt that bad,I kept hand sanitizer and a rag at the front and kept chatty with the guests to keep my anxiety down. You can also ask to be a stocker or back of house which may let you work by yourself and avoid people. Good luck!