The Job Search Emotional Rollercoaster
September 25, 2009
Being unemployed and looking for a job in this economy can be very traumatic! It measures up there as one of the top stress factors in a person’s life, next to divorce and the loss of a loved one.
You first deal with the emotions of being laid off or fired. Often times, these consist of denial, and/or anger. Then the fear comes in, fear of not getting hired or hired soon enough in order to keep paying the bills. As time goes by, these emotions can cause depression and will immobilize your job search efforts.
So how do you deal with these emotions effectively? It’s not easy… but it begins with having a proper perspective of the situation.
First, realize that being laid off or fired is not the end but the beginning to a NEW OPPORTUNITY! God’s word promises us in Jer. 29:11 “I know the Plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you a hope and future”.
Secondly, recognize where the fear comes from! 1 John 4:18 says that God’s “perfect love drives out all fear”. He also tells us in Isa. 41:10 “do not fear for I am with you”. If you allow fear to take root, it will harm you greatly.
Here are SIX simple things to do:
1) Find scriptures that focus on God’s promises to you! Write them down and meditate on them.
2) Count your blessings! Even though you are in a tough spot, you still have MUCH to be grateful for.
3) Lean on your support system! Godly friends are vital in these times, don’t pull back from them and isolate yourself.
4) Control what you think! Phil. 4:8 tells us to think on good things. Don’t dwell on the other thoughts. Don’t watch the news… it won’t help your thought process.
5) Help others! The principal of sowing and reaping is powerful! As you pour into others, God will pour into you.
6) Pray for open doors and God’s favor. Prov. 3:5-6
The good news is these trials will cause some of the greatest growth in your life! Don’t quit… ”Press Go”!
If you need HOPE and help with your career search, please contact Rich Leipzig at Career Focus Consultants. (Rich@CareerFocusConsultants.com)
