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That makes it two novels in five months, and I must say that while I missed my original deadline in February, I am so excited to have this one finished. The support you all showed me during the first release made me warm and fuzzy and so many of you reached out and asked when the next one would be. Well, here you go!

You can purchase 'A Wedding On Clermont Lane' on Amazon Prime, available in paperback for $10.99 and $7.99 for the eBook/Kindle edition. If you'd like a signed copy, a limited amount of copies are available. Hit the link in my bio.

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Career, Cubicle Life, Health & Beauty · April 30, 2018

Is It Time For You to Take a Stress Leave From Your Job?


If you have been a poor physical, emotional, or mental state and have been unable to fulfill your job duties, you may qualify for a stress leave.

As a former HR manager, I’ve seen my share of people in my office that were at wit’s end. Sometimes it was because an employee had medical issues that caused them to be distressed at the job, other times there were emotional or mental situations that would cause chaos in their lives. Whatever the case, there were times that the option of taking a stress leave was on the table and needed to be utilized for the betterment of the employee and for the employer.

Stress leave is a part of the Revised Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and entitles the employee to a short-term leave due to the following criteria:

  • the result of a serious health condition and
  • that said condition makes the employee unable to perform the functions of his or her job.

These conditions can be items such as illness, injury, impairment, or physical or mental condition that involves inpatient care or continuing treatment by a health care provider.

Proof much be shown by a doctor or physician and must be submitted to the employer for acceptance. Not every case is approved, and it can be difficult for you as an employee to qualify for stress leave.

A stress leave is a temporary leave and can last anywhere from a month to six to eight weeks or longer.

You may want to check with your HR department or an employee law specialist in order to see if you qualify for a stress leave. A condition of the stress leave may be that you must seek treatment from a specialist.

Do you qualify for stress leave? Checkout this checklist.

Here are a few reasons that most employees qualify for stress leave:

  • Your physician feels you qualify for a leave.
  • You are experiencing a serious health condition that can impede workflow.
  • You have symptoms of anxiety, stress, depression confirmed by professional.
  • You are receiving treatment that causes the incapacity to work.
  • You can no longer perform your job duties.
  • You continuously call-in sick or take personal days (3 days or more).
  • Have exhausted all avenues with managers/HR/boss.

You can download my Stress Leave Checklist HERE.

Most jobs won’t inform you about the stress leave option, but it is there for those that need to get their mental, emotional, and/or physical well-being together. Stress leave isn’t paid, but secures your job while you are on leave. In some instances, you may still be able to utilize benefits.

If you have special insurance though AFLAC, you may be able to receive payment while the stress leave is in place.

There is no shame in taking stress leave—if you need it, meet the criteria, and are able to have it verified by a physician, you should put yourself first and take a step to improve your mental, emotional, and/or physical health.

If you have been a poor physical, emotional, or mental state and have been unable to fulfill your job duties, you may qualify for a stress leave.

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Comments

  1. Natalia says

    April 30, 2018 at 9:34 pm

    I took a stress leave a few years ago and it was the best thing, ever. I ended up leaving the job shortly after, but the leave was needed.

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    • The Cubicle Chick says

      April 30, 2018 at 10:06 pm

      Good for you! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Nancy D. Young says

    July 12, 2018 at 11:45 am

    May I simply just say what a relief to discover someone that actually knows what they are talking about online. You actually know how to bring an issue to light and make it important. A lot more people ought to look at this and understand this side of the story. It’s surprising you aren’t more popular given that you definitely possess the gift.

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P R O M. That’s the caption. P R O M. That’s the caption.
You done good, young lady. Now it’s time to soar You done good, young lady. Now it’s time to soar. 🎓#classof2022
Happy #NationalCollegeDecisionDay! Laylah is off Happy #NationalCollegeDecisionDay! 

Laylah is officially registered at St. John’s University and will begin her freshman year in August as a Public Relations Major. I’m so proud of her hard work and dedication—proud of the young woman that she has become.
Allow me to reintroduce myself. My name is.. Dan Allow me to reintroduce myself. My name is.. 

Danyelle Little, the NEW Director of Marketing and Communications at @rungforwomen . Been sitting on this for a while—now it’s officially official. 🙌🏾
Happy 28th birthday to the best son a mom could ev Happy 28th birthday to the best son a mom could ever have. Kind. Supportive. Talented. Creative. Caring. Smart. Courageous. The list goes on and on. You’ve overcome so much in the past year, and I know that God’s plan for you is working. I love you more than words can say. ❤️❤️❤️
And it’s official. Signed, sealed, delivered. Cl And it’s official. Signed, sealed, delivered. Class of 2026! 🙌🏾@stjohnsu #acceptedstudentday
Look for me in the Spring/Summer edition of St. Lo Look for me in the Spring/Summer edition of St. Louis Family Magazine—page 10 to be exact! I’m honored to be able to share a glimpse into my life as an author, Social Media Manager, and most importantly, a mom! 💕
And we have Book #2! My new novel, 'A Wedding On C And we have Book #2! My new novel, 'A Wedding On Clermont Lane', is now available! It's the sequel to my first novel 'Christmas On Clermont Lane', and if you loved the first one, just wait until you read the sequel.

That makes it two novels in five months, and I must say that while I missed my original deadline in February, I am so excited to have this one finished. The support you all showed me during the first release made me warm and fuzzy and so many of you reached out and asked when the next one would be. Well, here you go!

You can purchase 'A Wedding On Clermont Lane' on Amazon Prime, available in paperback for $10.99 and $7.99 for the eBook/Kindle edition. If you'd like a signed copy, a limited amount of copies are available. Hit the link in my bio.

I cannot wait for you to read this one and let me know your thoughts. Jasmine and The Robinson Family are back---and this time, it's for keeps!
Happy International Women’s Day. I would not be Happy International Women’s Day. I would not be here without the wisdom and strength of my praying grandmother who has poured into me for 46 years and counting. I am so thankful for her unconditional love and unwavering support. ❤️❤️❤️#internationalwomensday #womensday #womenshistorymonth
I was pregnant at 17. Had my son at 18. Struggle I was pregnant at 17. 
Had my son at 18. 
Struggled all throughout my 20’s and mid-30’s financially and professionally.
Married. Had a daughter. 
Took five years to graduate from college.
Started my own business by blogging about being a working mom.
Divorced. 
Found my way after a few changes in direction. 
Wrote my first book.
Became a social media powerhouse. 
Wrote my first novel. 
Now I’m the mom of a 27 and 18 year old. My son is going after his dreams and my daughter will start college in the fall. 
I’m still here. Still growing. Still thriving. Still learning. 
I’m proud to be a woman who has managed to conquer my goals, my vision, my purpose. 
Happy International Women’s Month to all of you who are doing the same. This is our time!

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