Disengagement and Disenchantment in the Job SearchWritten by Marilyn J. Tellez, M.A.
DISENGAGEMENT AND DISENCHANTMENT IN THE JOB SEARCH After a few rejections while looking for work, it is easy to become disenchanted, discouraged and depressed. Everyone gets these blues when looking for work. What to do about these negative emotions? I don't think it is smart nor effective to dismiss them, nor prolong them. So....It is ACTION that helps. What kind of action? ANY ACTION WILL WORK! Physical movement works well in diminishing effects of too much concentration on self.
| | Unemployment Blues: Staying AfloatWritten by Virginia Bola, PsyD
The unemployment checks are running out and there is no potential job in sight. The wolf is knocking at door and you need to survive. Here are five tips to keep you afloat.1. Ignore your ego and get everyone on board. You hate letting your children see you as less than competent and completely in charge but now is time to share your predicament and let them help. By talking with your family, you allow even small children to better appreciate realities of world and feel like an important part of a big project. You may be surprised by how they will rally around idea and come up with ways to save money which makes them feel as if they are really contributing and have value in family hierarchy. Make saving money and “making do” with less into a game, like Survivor and other reality shows they watch. 2. Adaptive life style strategies. Stop buying brand names of everything from food to household items to clothes. Change to generics and make using coupons and comparison shopping into a game where you can learn to excel. Leave expensive prepared foods on supermarket shelves and start cooking from scratch – savings can be substantial and you have plenty of time for preparation. Only buy something that you absolutely need right now, luxuries and treats will be available after you find work. 3. Temping. Temporary work through an agency can provide a paycheck, even if considerably smaller than your prior income. If work is in your field, it may lead to a permanent position but is worthwhile even if work is low skilled and routine. It keeps you in business loop and can be positive when you apply for permanent positions: “I took a temporary job because I’m just not happy unless I’m working and productive” is music to ears of potential employers.
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