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I think I’ve reached my wits end of job depression!

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I think I’ve reached my wits end of job depression! I can’t snap out of this Job hunting is exhausting and loathing . I can’t really stop because I’m trying to get to better financial situation and non toxic work environment. I’ve been networking and working my ass to get halfway, close or getting the run around. I can’t really afford a vacation at the moment. Even been trying internally and getting nowhere. I really just want to quit or take a leave of absence. Idk I’m sad and tired. Thanks for letting me vent. I don’t have one to talk to about this.

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  1. Anonymous

    I was fired cold May 24. I'd been looking for work since March. I have now been unemployed and continue to search for work, and have ZERO income. I don't know how much longer I can continue. I am a business professional with no "skills" any employer sees.
    I have applied for 100+ jobs and interviewed for PLENTY and still NOTHING. I have been freaking out for some time already - I am replying to your post so you know you are not alone, but be LUCKY you have employment. I am a victim of age discrimination & others, have no alimony so I don't have many choices. I can't even get a job at Target or a hardware store - HOW THE HELL can they say they can't find employees when they won't even consider me ???? THIS is why the job market is all F$(%(%&'d UP
    Now i get why people take their lives over work and this economy

  2. Anonymous

    Thank you for sharing your story with me.

  3. Anonymous

    Man I get it. You also need to know, you aren't alone, and it's not YOU. Others are having a hard time and the job market is horrible. Something is going to surface just in the nick of time.. Don't give up.

  4. Anonymous

    Please be encouraged. Don't give up on yourself. As another poster noted, the tide comes in and it goes out. When you least expect it, your door will open. While seeking employment put energy into taking care of your physical and mental health as well. You absolutely must keep putting one foot in front of the other and moving forward.

  5. Anonymous

    I just turned 50. The market is not kind to experienced individuals. Ageism is real.

  6. Anonymous

    I know so many people who don't think age discrimination is a thing. I know where you are coming from. It is a real thing. I know what you mean by desperation and not having many choices. It stinks when companies say they are having trouble filling jobs, but when a willing and qualified and able candidate applies, they brush you off. At the level most big box stores like Target are operating, the only qualification should almost be that you are alive and you show up. I am sure you would do much more than that, but so many places just need people period. And they turn down people who are willing to work. I hope you find something soon.

  7. tiffany birch

    OK you've vented, now let go of the negative chatter. Our thoughts become things. We find a rut and decorate it. Take me time. Go local with nature or what makes you happy. Sometimes, getting the anger out of the body helps. I've gone to batting cages and wacked the xxxx out of balls in heels. Know this is temporary. The tide goes out and the tide comes in. You will get there. And, you can get there in joy, believing that every step you take is worthwhile. Others will feel your positive and not your desperation. Much good luck.

  8. Anonymous

    Thank you for your positive words.

  9. Mislyn

    Venting will do you some good. I searched for a job for over a year with no luck. Tried getting fired for over a year with no lucky. Unemployment would have been so nice at that time in my life. Finally found a new job and I’m so happy. Best of luck to you.

  10. Anonymous

    I hear you! The best feedback I've gotten from a job coach was to look at your life and career like a long timeline. What you're going through now is just a blip on the radar screen. Doesn't make it easier but helps put it in perspective a little bit. Try to take some "me" time during the day to relax, meditate, exercise, or do something that brings you some joy. Even though it's taking longer than expected, this is temporary...Keep going!

  11. Anonymous

    I see and hear you. It's okay to be exhausted, frustrated, angry, feeling dejected and sad.

  12. Marcia Smith

    Jobhunting is exhausting and mentally draining - you are not alone. How are you jobhunting? Are you just filling out applications? I have picked out my top 5 employees and reached out to people who work at those places and are on LinkedIn. You would be surprised how helpful some people are - giving advice and also information on their work environment. Have you reached out to friends and family that can help you and spread the word about how awesome you are? I even have past employers/supervisors helping me in my job search. I am happy to chat and share some ideas... This is my linkedin profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/marciasmithdbamba/ you are NOT alone...sending hugs and love

  13. Anonymous

    Does your company have an EAP program? if so you can anonymously speak to someone and talk through coping mechanisms for getting through this. Become very strict with your work calendar for now and build in some breaks that you can take regularly where you just sit and breathe or read or do some external calming thing- like take a walk. Do this immediately. I would suspect your lack of movement in the job search is due to how you are presenting yourself with the baggage you are currently carrying. When interviewing if you are doing it remotely sit in front of a mirror and look at how you are visually presenting including your body language because I think you may be dragging the current mud into the conversations with you. Change the mindset and the tide may shift for you. Yes, job searching is tedious but you must take control of your own destiny to make it what you need it to be.

  14. Anonymous

    You will find something! Just remember it easier mentally and financially to look for a job when you have one. Being unemployed is the worst!

  15. Ayur care
    It sounds like you are going through a tough time, and feeling like this can be overwhelming. Low testosterone can certainly affect mood, energy, and overall health. Oral testosterone treatment may show promise in improving these symptoms. So you may want to consider taking this treatment. https://www.rethinktestosterone.com/blog/seasonal-depression

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