Layoff severely breaks confidence
I've been laidoff, searching for a job. Had stepped out for a walk and I saw my school teacher crossing the road from the other side. I, being a person who always talks to people, turned my face and sneaked away, not having the confidence to tell someone that I'm unemployed if asked. Feels bad. 🥲
unemployed is a state of time buddy, hold your head high, you will find a job eventually, not the end of the world
I recently got laid off from Microsoft, that too on the day of my parents anniversary. While it was difficult for the first few days, i accepted the situation and have been joking about it since with my friends to blow off some steam. Thankfully got a new job this week with a good hike as well, but i can understand what you have been feeling and it's really awful. I hope you get a good job soon and all this can be a thing of the past. I do have wild thoughts though of pooling all the laid off folks and starting something kick-ass which would make these companies who laid off people jealous!
furious
Stealth
a year ago
Where did you join?
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It’s natural and it’ll pass. Imagine 8+ years working in same company being laid off, what they might feel. It’s a different ball game for them and they’ve to look deeper within if they attached their identity too much to the job.
Msd123
Stealth
a year ago
While it may sound "easy to say, difficult to do" types but I would suggest to accept the situation and consider it to be very normal situation. Once you have come on an agreement that it's very normal situation, thereafter talk and tell others whom you meet and joke about the layoff. Let's normalise layoffs. It's just a temporary phase and this too shall pass in a couple of months.
User_123
Stealth
a year ago
Can’t agree more
brucevij
Student
a year ago
Very well said
Been in a similar situation.
I only learnt is - love your job, not the company or the people in it, even your colleagues.
Situations change, people change and nothing is in our control. Just love your job whatever you do and keep learning / growing in it. Surely your skills will help you anytime/anywhere than the company or people in it.
I've been laid off recently and got a job after 3 months, trust me buddy no words/motivation will change anything once you get the good offer things will change and u won't regret the experience of layoff
Kuchacharakhlo
Stealth
a year ago
Don’t be hard on yourself, it might be hard right now but these things are always a part of our life
Next time you meet someone just tell them what happened, who know it might be a beginning of something new
Start Meditation and some Breathing Exercises to channelise the negative emotions in a way to make you stronger 💪. I have also been in a similar situation and doing Sudarshan Kriya by Art of Living greatly helped. Please give it a try
JamieTarttDoDoDo
Stealth
a year ago
Your job ain't your identity.
Understand this. Life has more meanings, job is just a part of it.
I was laid off on Thanksgiving day!
It's all about perspective, would you be embarrassed if you yourself decided to take time off.
BitterPill
Stealth
a year ago
There is always some opportunity in adversity. Take up some activities / hobbies that you have not been able to pursue while working. Use the time to connect with friends and family and spend some quality time with them while you are looking for the next opportunity. Most importantly know that being laid off doesn't reflect anything on your profession capabilities. You don't need to hide anything from anyone! Just focus on making the most out of the extra time that you have right now
took time off, had some problems in getting back in the market, it was bull market, HRs used to judge the f out of me, sometimes hiring manager too.
worst part, it all happened during the end of the year diwali/ christmas, all cousins and family member visited, everyone asked the same f stupid question, how’s the job, how is blr, hated every moment, they don’t understand the emotions you go through.
savings also took some hit, luckily was staying with parents so didn’t have to worry about rent. eventually found something that i really liked and now i am back :)
LokiPen
Stealth
a year ago
Disclaimer : This might feel like "Easier said than done" type gyan but in reality it's not that difficult.
Being laid off is not your fault, and even if someone makes mistakes then always remember that "to err is human".
Now it's understandable that no one would like to talk about being laid off or would like to lie about their employment status to people who matter to them.
However at the same time, the people who matter won't judge you for being laid off, they would rather be your pillar(s) of strength.
If your situation allows you then take a one-two week break, and explore a place along with friends/family and then start your next opportunity finding journey.
If your situation doesn't allow you to take a break, then keep trying while ensuring it's not affecting your health (physical and mental) and it's not burning you out.
And if possible please tell in the forum the role you are looking for, your experience and location preferences (if any) so that people would help you with the best of their abilities.
All the best!
Been there done that. Was laid off twice till now. Snapdeal and once in COVID layoffs and everytime got good hikes. In India it's still a taboo for our parents generation but times are changing. OP I can feel you.initially you start doubting yourself but with time its fine.Take a break for 1 week and start the grind then.And Importantly feel no shame and enjoy the severance ;)
Blahblah
Stealth
a year ago
Have been there done the same. I had stopped talking to people I know just because of this. It is difficult but it will pass and you will find a new job soon. Dont lose hope :)
It's just ok ... Do not worry. Work on yourself and you will get new job soon.
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