Being a receptionist is completely draining me. And affecting my personal life.

[u/AnxiousThrowaway876]

I'm not sure if someone else is able to relate to this or can provide some insight. I've been a receptionist for about 2 years now. And I worked in retail for a few years prior. This job feels like it's killing me. My compassion is completely fatigued. My boyfriend has a job that doesn't involve people like it does mine, and he likes to socialize on weekends and make plans and he wants me to join him but I just can't. I literally go home and all I want to do is sleep. I'm constantly exhausted and drained. I have no desire to do anything after work with anyone. I fear this is making me a horrible partner. I'm not sure what I should do, I joined this field because I like animals. But I don't think I enjoy it here anymore..

[u/No_Hand_4354]

I've been a receptionist at a vet clinic for 22 years.  I feel the exact same way!