So depressed after being made redundant

[Unemployeddd]

I was made redundant at the end of September. It was a complete shock. I loved my job, loved the team I worked in and I was doing well there and getting great feedback. It was the perfect job for me, and I have never felt like that with a job before. Then within the space of a 10 minute meeting all of that just disappeared.

I am feeling so unbelievably down and depressed. I have applied to nearly 20 jobs so far, I have had 2 rejections, 1 HR screening call and the rest I have had no response. These are for quite niche roles where I have specific relevant experience and I am still struggling. It doesn't help that none of the jobs interest me in the same way as my old job.

I have honestly never felt so down and depressed. Even getting showered and dressed feels pointless. I feel like a shadow of my former self. It has shocked me how brutal and disheartening redundancy is. I always knew it would be a horrible thing to go through, but the instant hopelessness and loss of confidence has taken my breath away.

You've suffered a loss. You're grieving. Be patient with yourself! It happened less than 2 weeks ago by the sounds of it?

Had you worked there long? Did you get a redundancy package that might give you some headspace as your work through your emotions and pick yourself back up?

It's not a reflection on your capability or competence to do that job, it's likely just l that the role no longer exists. Reframe it in your mind as an opportunity to broaden your skillset into a new arena.

Do try to get outside for a walk in the fresh air every day, whether you've showered or not, it'll make the world of difference. Even if it's just a stroll to the nearest postbox!

I'm sorry for what you're going through and I hope you get back up on your feet soon 💪