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1- Option 1 seems to be a good option to learn something new however it may be physical demanding. If it was me, I will tell the boss that I am worried about the physical aspect of the job and the long hours. You are willing to try out, tell him straight, see how he reacts also letting him lower his standards. The contract and agency benefits the employer over you the employee. Of course quitting straight after you promise to work is never good for the agency and yourself in your future application But do not push yourself. I had worked in a Supermarket before where I have to carry heavy items. I either look for items with wheels that helps me move the items or try to find a technic where I can apply the weight to my body over just my arms. Do not bend your back too much though, its a common mistake in weight lifting and you'll end up hurting yourself in long run. What I do like about this is not knowing when you can quit when they do not guarantee you when you get a permanent contract and if you sign for 1yr you have to work for 1yr?

2nd option is basically going back to your life but they had not come back to you. Its good to work with an expanding company growing with them though the work maybe dull can be fruitful if the boss is kind as you mentioned. Give them a call, tell them you have options and if the job is still open. Ask about how rewarding it will be for you to work for them as you are looking for stability and certainly working hard to help him expand. As much as a good employee is hard to find, a good employer is harder to get.

I agree option 3 seems best for you. However, you will stop for a few months which in your case, you want to avoid. It was the case in the 1st place that you are looking for another job now isn't it? I agree it is also a good time to build up stamina and health for the long run. If you can financial afford to do so and at the beginning of November have a good amount of savings that you can use for at least 3 months, the support of your family, certain that you are able to start the job. Yes this is a great option.

2- I googled a little on Heart Enlargement. Its almost like High-Blood pressure/Hypertension which my mum suffers. I am a diabetic too, though I did not see a doc for it after finding out but rely on my diet and working out. Both illness leads to heart attack. It does not matter if you are physically fit/muscled or a skinny frail person. You need Diet, good Workout and a good Rest of Uninterrupted Sleep. I suffer from insomnia from time to time, its better nowadays as I learnt to take care of myself better.

Over here, our law states that noone can generate loud noises after 2300. Even if you felt you had been bothered by noise before that time you can report to the police to "warn" the culprit. Yes I do not recommend police, its how things work here and people here are generally law-abiding. I live in a block of apartments, like you my neighbor living above me generate noise at unwanted times though not as much during the night due to the reason stated earlier. I am more likely a culprit as at times I like to sing when I was chilling during late nights.

I am not too physically weak but I am skinny overall not too tall either. I have sinus, so I have shortness of breathe too, as my nose is often blocked. I can tell you that you are experiencing shortness of breath because you are constantly lacking uninterrupted sleep. Meaning you do not wake up because of noise, nightmare or to pee. Uninterrupted sleep is important and it had plagued me for years till I realise what I was missing. It improves your mood, your concentration and even your physicality too. Generally Sleep before 2300 is the best time as after 2300 the body and liver functions becomes active in your sleep where it helps you regenerate. I heard about it and it helped me a lot when I was adjusting my sleep.

3- A bad and noisy neighbor is an issue. I do not know how your neighbor reacts. Tell them again, discuss with them even with the son? Tell them you needed the sleep in the most courteous of ways of cause. There isn't much of solution when you want to play a good neighbor. I could report my neighbor to the police in my case but they are just irritating now but not to the extend of interrupting me constantly.

Alternatively, to help get uninterrupted sleep, you can remove any electronic device like handphone that you might check before sleep. Use an eye mask and ear muffs. I did not really use an eye mask but I use a towel to cover my eyes if needed, at times I where earphones to sleep which isn't really recommended. The problem would be you will need to wake you up, in case you oversleep and hear the alarm. Prepare yourself to go to bed before 2300 get ready to bed and try not to get bothered by any surrounding sounds. If all thing goes well, and it becomes regular you should be able to wake up by yourself after 7-8hrs of sleep.

I am sorry to hear that you had been bullied and beaten. I am an introvert and had been bullied when young and I developed to be defensive and selective with my surroundings and friends. Its not a bad thing though. No, its never good to be beaten in anyway though. I hope the beating had stopped. Bullying comes in work when your fellow colleagues try to exploit you by making you do their work. Personally, I do not allow others to take advantage of me that way. The solution for bullying for me is saying No and stand my ground on it. I will help my friends or colleagues when I do have the time or they are in need where its not an exploitation. Tell them you are willing to help only if they are in need or you are free to do so.

I can be too naggy at times but I wanted to explain things in details if anything you are confused with do not hesitate to contact me again. Its late, I am going to bed for now so leave me a message. Things may not always work out but always, Keep the chin up ^ :D

Sincere Regards and Cheers,
Cruse~