Corporate life is no less than a rollercoaster ride. It’s full of ups and downs & rise and fall. One day you are the hero of the boardroom meeting and on the other, you’re being laid off. The nasty surprises in professional life will always be there, but it doesn’t have to be the end of your career. Remember that one layoff cannot define who you are and how you look at the situation can be the deciding factor of your professional career. While losing a job can result in crushed confidence, adverse emotional impact and self-doubt, knowing how to deal with it can make all the difference.
Strategies To Deal With Emotional Impact Of Being Laid Off
If you or your friend has been laid off recently and are experiencing the aftermath of it, here are the strategies you can apply to cope with it’s negative effects:
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Acknowledge Your Feelings
The state of denial will always keep you stuck in a state of sadness, restricting you from moving on or taking any actionable steps. The first step towards healing yourself is acceptance. The sooner you accept your situation, the faster you’ll be able to get out of the state of misery and do something productive. Talk about your feelings to friends, family, or with any support groups. Letting your thoughts out will help release the emotional build-up.
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Be Kind To Yourself
People often become hard on themselves after being laid off, but it won’t help. Remember that one layoff doesn’t define your self-worth. Criticising yourself is only going to worsen the situation and bring a feeling of hopelessness, disgust, and sadness, which will make the situation even more difficult to manage. Instead, take this time to practise self-care. Indulge in activities that bring joy, go out with friends, and reinforce positive thinking.
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Adopt A New Outlook
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Having hope and a positive outlook in the toughest of times is what keeps you going. Always remember that one door closes in life to open another big door for you. Learn from the situation and try to make things better for you. Remember, that Steve Jobs didn’t wake up one day to become the successful man we know today. He went through a major setback in life to later become the interim CEO of Apple and the rest of history. Have hope and positive things will happen on their own.
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