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I’ve been laid off for 5 months now. It’s been one of the toughest times. When I was at my job it was such a toxic work environment and i performed really well despite all the challenges and lost my job. I’ve changed my resume so many times, had several interviews, one was 7 rounds, and still nothing. My unemployment benefits are due to run out soon. I’m trying to stay positive and my family has been encouraging but what sucks is I’m also alone. I live away from everyone and being isolated makes me feel down. It’s so hard to keep a routine, sometimes I get motivated but it’s hard to maintain. I have this really bad headache and i need to see a doctor but I’m waiting till I have insurance. It’s such a tough time for so many of us, so if you can relate I am here with you. I keep thinking, “don’t give up go get it” but I’m like how? Do what? I’ve networked, applied for retail jobs, anything and some jobs won’t hire you if you’re over qualified. I’ve used references, etc. idk what else to do and it’s starting to become really lonely. Bills don’t go away. I’m taking a course to get a professional certification in the meantime, it’s something to do. And I’ve taken time off to spend with family and friends while I’m seeking work but they all had to go back home eventually. I’m at a stage in my life where I don’t want to be alone like this, especially during a rough time. That’s when depressing thoughts start creeping in. I believe in God but i don’t know what God wants me to do anymore.
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"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." - Philippians 4:6
If I had to guess, I'd say that's what God wants you to do. Continue your search for a job and you'll find one eventually, but in the meantime, ask God to help you. Will praying and reading the Bible and going to church help you find a job right away? Probably not, but it will absolutely help with the loneliness, I promise you.
ReplyThe hiring market sucks for almost every field out there now. Declining economy + bill coming due for corporate spending + reduced recruiters + oversaturation of job seekers and we see that the bargaining power has shifted back to the employers. Many employers didn't like that power swing the pandemic gave many employees, enabling most to work from home or continue in a hybrid fashion. Now that employers have candidates lining up, fired many of the recruiting managers, and solely rely on hiring managers, they can be extremely picky in who they fire. Almost reminds me of the handsome man or beautiful woman that has his or her pick of suitors... when you have options you can afford to be choosy.
I'm going to have to suffer through another job hunt here in a few months but I'm fortunate as I have lots of money saved up from prior jobs. I don't see the hiring market getting better for sometime so the only thing you can do now is try to acquire as many additional skills as you can and hope for the best. Good luck.
ReplyMust be hard for sure — unemployment is never something anyone wants. The professional certification certainly might help. You said that you performed really well at your previous job. Maybe you could open up the possibility of offering consulting services based on what you have done until you find a fit.
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