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Are any other HR people feeling a bit lonely in all this :(

Samantha

Hi

Sorry its a self indulgent one.

Just wondering if anyone else is feeling a bit lonely?  I have streams of people coming in to my office concerned about it and asking what our plans are for WFH and sickness and about 101 other queries and being openly worried and I have to sit here and be the cabin crew and exude calmness.  Yet I am just as concerned as everyone else.

Managers and Directors etc look to us for calm, measured guidance and practical advice, and being so close to the 'inner circle' and hearing first hand the impact on the business etc.....very worrying, I'm feeling a bit forgotten about and just wondered if anyone else is feeling the same?  It just feels like sometimes people forget that we count as employees too?  

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  • I am late to checking community posts, I hope you are feeling much better now, Samantha. You are not alone. It is what many are feeling. Acknowledging the feeling is a good step I think. It is a very distressing time for all. This is HR's time and many organisations have been pleasantly surprised at how HR teams were able to quickly transition organisations to working from home (WFH) for example, and managing not just operations, but mental health and wellbeing. HR teams comprise individual employees, which too often can be forgotten. It can be a lonely time especially for those who live alone. Remaining connected and grounded can differ from person to person. Restructuring daily routines, connecting with networks, and setting goals to work towards has helped some people. I found myself dwelling on the past or anxious about the future, but daily meditation, finding things to be grateful for everyday, and keeping my mind occupied with positive pursuits in my spare time (e.g. I signed up for online courses) has helped me some.
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  • I am late to checking community posts, I hope you are feeling much better now, Samantha. You are not alone. It is what many are feeling. Acknowledging the feeling is a good step I think. It is a very distressing time for all. This is HR's time and many organisations have been pleasantly surprised at how HR teams were able to quickly transition organisations to working from home (WFH) for example, and managing not just operations, but mental health and wellbeing. HR teams comprise individual employees, which too often can be forgotten. It can be a lonely time especially for those who live alone. Remaining connected and grounded can differ from person to person. Restructuring daily routines, connecting with networks, and setting goals to work towards has helped some people. I found myself dwelling on the past or anxious about the future, but daily meditation, finding things to be grateful for everyday, and keeping my mind occupied with positive pursuits in my spare time (e.g. I signed up for online courses) has helped me some.
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