job Hunt

[Pizza135]

so I had to quit my job because of my mental health. I feel like regret quitting because I didn’t have job lined up. I was treated u fairly at my last job and no hr team to talk to. I could use some support. The job hunt is going to be long.

[AkrasiaRage13]

Its so hard to live in a society where mental health isn't seen as a "good" reason to part from a job. Neither, usually, is a toxic work environment. And we all tell ourselves that we are the problem.

OP, you're not the problem any more than the millions of other people who find themselves in this spot. On one hand, I will definitely say there's something to be said for getting needs met at a tolerable-but-not-ideal job while you look for a better one, it shouldn't have to happen st the expense of our wellbeing

[Pizza135 in reply to AkrasiaRage13]

Thank you for the support. I felt that I was treated unfairly and my mental health was getting worse. I’m trying to find another job but it’s hard right now. Any suggestions on being happy?

[AkrasiaRage13 in reply to Pizza135]

Dude it is hard especially right now. Employers are so fickle. Be ready for it to be hard buy know that it can be done! When I lost my job last time I out my immeadiate focus on concrete steps to stop the bleeding. Public assistance etc, that helps with the anxiety to at least get some help with bills or food so you're not in emergency survival mode. Next, I approached the job hunt like a regular job but with some stipulations- take breaks every 2-3 hours, get enough sleep, stop to eat regularly. Spend at least 30 minutes twice a day doing something fun just for you that us not about the job hunt. Your mind needs that to keep you sane!

Also, for me it feels very validating to read about or talk to other people who have been in this situation to help me feel less alone or like an anomaly. For some people this feels worse because it feels discouraging but it depends on your perspective I guess.

Lastly, I cannot over-recommend small furry animals.

[Pizza135 in reply to AkrasiaRage13]

I just can’t get the thought of not having a job right now. I can stop focusing on it. It’s so sad and depressing.

[Shnookie]

If you have a therapist or Social worker, please talk to them. If U live in the U.S. U can apply for Temporary Psychiatric Disability for up to a year and receive monetary compensation. I was on it from 11/2019 - 11/20. I had to do it. I then returned to part-time work and now work 7 days a week.

[Pizza135 in reply to Shnookie]

Yes I have a therapist. I had to switch because my old one was not helpful.

[Shnookie in reply to Pizza135]

Perhaps discuss the possibility of temp such disability with your therapist.

[Vonus5591]

Part time might be option?

Or temporary job?

But place your would love to be in like museum or something fun?