Telling colleagues why I’m off work
I’ve been off work for a few months while we investigate some newly developed and worsening health issues. A few colleagues that I’m friendly with have started to reach out to me and I’m not sure what to tell people because I don’t have a diagnosis yet. I don’t want to share details, but I’m really hopeful that I’ll be able to go back to work with these people some day soon, so I also don’t want anyone thinking I’m just using this as an excuse for a long holiday. I know I shouldn’t care what anyone else thinks, but I do have a professional reputation and in that environment (very large federal government department), I work with a lot of people and it doesn’t take much for the rumor mill to cause lasting damage.
Any guidance or suggestions on how to approach these conversations?
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