Should I Feel Bad For Calling Off Work?
It is normal to feel conflicted about missing work, but guilt alone is not a reliable guide. Calling off is usually reasonable when you are sick, contagious, mentally unfit to work safely, or facing a genuine emergency. It becomes problematic when used to avoid responsibilities, when coverage is critical, or when absences become frequent. Before deciding, check your employer’s policy, consider the impact on colleagues, and communicate early.