What do you do if you're feeling demotivated and down after a layoff?

It's completely normal to feel rejected after a layoff. I know – I've been there too. The emotional pain was my biggest struggle – sadness, anger, frustration. It was hard to process, but necessary before I could move forward. Then came the fear – uncertainty about the future, and feeling like a failure. Worst of all, my self-worth and confidence were shaken. I had to remind myself this wasn't my fault, that I'm capable and this setback doesn't define me. So, the three areas to be mindful of when laid off is 1. Emotions: Know how to deal with your sadness, anger and frustration. 2. Mindset: Work on your fear of failure and uncertainty 3. Self-belief: Work on your confidence and do not let this situation lower your sense of self-worth.

Getting laid off is like any other loss in your life. No matter how big or small, we have to go through a grief process. The first things we need to do is recognize our feelings. I recommend getting a journal and allow your feeling to come out. Bottling them will cause damage later on.

Getting laid off can be quite painful. You will likely go through the different stages of grief - denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. Allow yourself to go through each stage, and grieve the loss of your job. Accept help if it is offered, and find people to help you when you feel stuck in your emotions. It is normal to grief jobloss!

Acknowledge the loss and take time to grieve, grieving helps you process the emotions and heal better. This process can also help create a higher sense of self awareness which in turn can help identify certain patterns and establish new ways of doing things. Where possible have a journal to write your thoughts and enlist a support group to help you through the process.

Supera el desánimo después de un despido con estos pasos: ? Reconoce tus emociones: Permítete sentir y aceptar tus emociones sin juicio. ? Busca apoyo: Apóyate en amigos, familia o profesionales. ? Reevalúa tus metas: Reflexiona sobre tus objetivos profesionales y ajusta tu rumbo. ? Establece una rutina diaria que incluya actividades que disfrutes. ? Usa el tiempo para mejorar tus capacidades y aumentar tu empleabilidad. ? Intenta ver esta etapa como una oportunidad de crecimiento. ? Logra metas peque?as para construir confianza y motivación. ? Prioriza tu bienestar físico y mental para mejorar tu estado de ánimo. ? Encuentra sentido y conexión a través del voluntariado. ? Aprende de lo ocurrido para fortalecer tu resiliencia.

Depending on whether you still have to work after being layed off, prioritize setting new goals and finding a job that suits you. It can be a great opportunity for a career switch, to take some time off to travel or study or to simply change company. Set some achievable, small goals, such as updating your social profiles or resume, and slowly start to look for alternatives.

Looking for a new position is now your full time job. Treat it the same. Get up early and work 8 hours a days. Start working with your network and people you know to look for referrals. Let people know you’re open to work.

It is now time to figure out the next steps. Setting goals will help you have a clear roadmap to what you want to do and achieve. The goals could be to rework your CV/Resume, to upskill (advance your skills) or Reskill (learn new skills all together),search for another job, start a business. Whichever it is, there needs to be a solid plan. The more clear you are on what you want, the higher the likelihood of achieving the desired outcome. Be clear on why you want to achieve the goals you have set, how you are going to go about them, how you will measure the progress, whose help you will enlist, the likely obstacles, the time frame, evaluate what you have achieved and how you will stay relevant. Everything is hard before its easy,keep going.

Take time out to keep your skills on top. Sign up for free trainings and things to keep your skills on top of the technology and advancement. You can find local places like the library and employment center that have free trainings. There are also places online to get get free trainings. Make sure you social media is professional and your using it to network and learn.

There are many methods out there nowadays to learn new skills. Whether online or offline, paid or unpaid, there is a sea of webinars, online trainings, mentors and more. Use this time to research the skills you wish to learn and find a path that works for you.

Your network is everything. Stay in touch and interact on an ongoing basis and not only when in need. Your network is an asset that you can bankon in times of need. When you are position to help make sure you do so. A helping hand goes a long way to gaining trust and building a network. Someone looking for a job today can be the one helping you get one tomorrow

Network is the main source to find a new job. That’s why it’s so important to take care of your network specially when you don’t need it. Follow the careers of your contacts, introduce people to each others, provide help, listen to them, give support and advices when possible. That way you will create around you a real and efficient network. Be proactive !

Your network is your net worth. Join industry events, reach out to people who work in industries or companies you are interested in, and build your network online. Connections can be of great value when you need a referral or such, but always remember to create a situation where both parties gain from the connection.

Not only maintaining your physical health, but also maintaining your emotional and mental health in this time period is crucial. Find out what works best for you to regain your energy and stay in a positive mindset. Take care of yourself during this difficult time!

Motivation and discipline draw energy from different things. Jaak Panskepp was a pioneer neuroscientist and psychobiologist known for his extensive work in affective neuroscience (most notably with his work with rats). He found that optimal motivation was found when we are running to and from something simultaneously. Motivation is what we are running to. It is dopaminergically drive behavior anchored in goals (what we want to be). Discipline was better described as what we didn't want to be (or who we didn't want to be). It drew energy from Adreno-Cortisol responses anchored in fear. If you want to get up and going effectively, detail what you do and don't want to be. The motivation will pull you, and your anxieties will push you.

Losing a job can feel devastating, but it's important to remain resilient. 1- First, allow yourself to feel the emotions, but don't dwell too long. 2- Next, revisit your strengths and past accomplishments to rebuild confidence. 3- Reach out to your network for support and explore new opportunities. 4- Treat this as a chance to reassess your goals and pursue something more fulfilling. 5- and Most Importantly, Never ever Give up. We all have our unique superpowers. Find your superpower. Find your missing Link. With technology, you can do anything you set your mind to.

Thank god you are healthy or not dead. That’s the best part. Everything else is secondary and can be rebuilt. Stay positive, take care of yourself and your family and stay active.

I go on a cheap vacation either to coffee shop or Bass Pro. If I have enough gas money I may take a drive look around clear my head