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Hey, guys.
I just wanted to update you on a couple of points regarding masks, because I got a great response to my last post.
I called my psychology clinic and they say said that masks are not necessary in the therapy room. Neither I nor the practitioner have to wear them, which is a relief. Some people request them anyway, in which case it's not a problem, but yeah.
I had to cancel this week because I needed the money, but I made another appointment in two weeks time.
I wore one at work the other night, and by the end of the night, I was getting chest pains, shortness of breath and palpitations... so yeah, it wasn't smooth 😂.
I don't mind wearing them in other settings, but when I'm at work, it's difficult, probably because my work can be physically demanding.
So I went to my doctor and I got a medical certificate, which was a JUST A TAD weird. She said that the government doesn't allow her to completely exempt people, unless they have like an allergy or something. However, she said:
This is to certify that [...] suffers from panic attacks and may need to remove his mask on occasion to help regulate his breathing.
That doesn't quite reflect my situation, but I hope if I give it to my manager, it'll be clear enough to them.
I am fearing that they'll make me wear them anyway, but only when I feel like I'm on the edge of a panic attack, they'll let me take it off or something? I don't know, like it could be technically weird. I expect they'll leave me alone, but yeah.
I think I was just really upset because I was coming to terms with the rule, but now I don't mind, especially since it's only for a week so far.
Anyway, crossing my fingers and toes this situation in NSW doesn't spiral out of control, but yeah. Thank you so much for reading!
I make my masks too now) so if I need it, it's there. 
