The Federal Employee Survival Blog

Your go-to resource for navigating job uncertainty, protecting your rights, and staying ahead of federal workplace changes. Get the latest insights on policy shifts, legal updates, discipline defense, EEO protections, and career-saving strategies—so you’re always prepared, never blindsided.

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“Hands Off”: Hold Strong Amid the Crisis in the Federal Workforce career protection federal employee rights federal employment mindfulness workplace stress Apr 09, 2025

If you're a federal employee, you may be feeling a mix of burnout, uncertainty, and quiet determination. You're not alone—and you're not imagining the pressure. Whether it's looming agency changes, th...

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Is National Security Being Used Against Federal Unions? federal employment mindfulness at work national security law union rights workplace stress Mar 31, 2025

A remarkable and deeply concerning legal move is unfolding—one that may affect the future of union protections for hundreds of thousands of federal employees. As we practice mindfulness in our federal...

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The 5 F’s of Stress Relief for Federal Employees federal employee rights federal employment mindfulness at work stress management workplace stress Mar 11, 2025

Are you feeling overwhelmed, overworked, or just plain exhausted by your federal job? If so, you’re not alone. The pressures of agency politics, job instability, and ever-changing policies can take a ...

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Think Your Federal Job Is Safe? Think Again. employee rights federal employment job security mindfulness at work workplace stress Mar 06, 2025

Many federal employees assume their jobs are secure—until reality hits. Unfair discipline, probationary terminations, and return-to-office struggles can leave even the most dedicated employees blindsi...

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Federal Employees and Reckless Leadership: How to Protect Your Career civil service protections federal employment government jobs mindful leadership workplace stress Feb 24, 2025

By now, you may have heard about the chaos caused by a recent email demanding federal employees justify their jobs in five bullet points—or face termination. This directive, reportedly from Elon Musk ...

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