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To respond this way when my daughter asked "How do I get a job?"

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Mastmw7g · 04/03/2024 10:01

My husband and I have spent a lot of time and energy explaining the job search process to my daughter when she's asked this question in the past, so this time I just sent a link to a website that laid out the steps to finding jobs. But I feel guilty, like I should have infinite patience and be supportive. She's 20 and is earning but we got her the job she's at. She's never had to look for a job and says she's scared.

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Mastmw7g · 04/03/2024 15:18

She's done therapy to treat her anxiety. I don't know what coping skills they discussed. I don't think she'd be comfortable sitting down with me and talking about jobs two days in a row. She says she's miserable at her current role because she doesn't like the company. I haven't just started trying to understand her feelings. I've just started the strategy of validating her feelings instead of asking her questions. There's a difference.

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dottiedodah · 04/03/2024 15:23

I think she just wants a bit of support really.I dont think shes asking very much TBH Just an hour or so from you. If she already has a job shes half way there!

LeoTheLeopard · 04/03/2024 15:23

Nobody really likes or enjoys looking for a job. So her being scared should get reassurance that it’s normal, and that she can still do well in the process. How much better will she feel once she has accomplished this goal.

Turtlerunner · 04/03/2024 15:26

Try getting her the book 'what colour is your parachute'. Its a brilliant in depth guide to identifying strengths, interests etc so you have the bigger picture about your job fit.

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