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Whitegrenache · 24/02/2025 20:45

Hey was made redundant from a job I loved in November. Was completely blindsided and upset.

I was very fortunate to receive a decent settlement which means I do not need to financially worry until June/ July

Btw I know this is a blessing and I am not ungrateful.

My work is quite niche (training in a specific industry) and is well paid which means my non negotiable outgoings reflect this

I am really struggling to find another role and I'm finding it soul destroying.

Everyone keeps telling me not to worry and to enjoy the time off but I am bored senseless and my mood is very low as I thrive on being busy.

Had an interview today for a role which would be great and a good fit - however it is hybrid based in London office 12 days a month which is not a problem apart from they won't pay travel /accommodation expenses and as I leave in the NE financially it would not be feasible.

I'm not sure why I posted this but maybe hoping for a bit of a pep talk or just making me feel better writing this all down!!

I wonder if I place too much emphasis on my self worth on work. Why can't I be satisfied having free time??

Thanks to those who have read so far

I'm appreciate this may be first world problems

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Anon535 · 24/02/2025 20:53

Sorry to hear this, I'm off work sick from a toxic work place at the moment and it's rubbish, I miss thriving in the industry I've worked in for years, silly things too like buying work clothes or being in an office or just feeling part of it, being at home the novelty wears off and it's not stimulating, just wanted to say I hear you!!! Keep looking and I hope a job comes up soon xx

Whitegrenache · 24/02/2025 21:04

Thanks for the reply.

Yea even getting ready and putting makeup on makes the difference

I look homeless at the moment!

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Bumblebeebumbl · 24/02/2025 21:32

Sorry to hear that. Job hunting is hard but don’t give up. I would not be relaxed either. Perhaps you can set a schedule/routine: eg: 2 to 3 hours job hunting in the morning and then join a course in the afternoons, go to the gym, a hobby, reading, meditation, a walk or anything else you enjoy.

It is difficult to enjoy being at home when everyone else is working and you worry whether you are going to get a job by the time the money runs out.

Good Luck

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