Thank you to everyone for your support (Re: losing my job)

Submitted by Crime Reporter on

I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who shared your thoughts and prayers with me yesterday during one of my darkest hours.

I really appreciate the support. The fact that you took time to read my post and offer a kind word was truly inspiring. It speaks volumes for this board and the people who post here. I can't thank you all enough.

I went to work today with my head held high and smiling, and I owe a lot of that to you all. Reading all of your responses, and praying last night, gave me the strength. Again, thank you.

EDIT: for those who didn't see the original

http://mgoblog.com/mgoboard/way-ot-i-got-laid-today

UMphd

October 7th, 2009 at 8:09 PM ^

Didn't see your original post, but I've been there a few times. Take your time. Work your network. Do something to blow off the stress.

Hope you find something you really want to do.

Remember: Every crisis is an opportunity.

Raback Omaba

October 7th, 2009 at 8:14 PM ^

Michigan Men need to stick together. I truly believe that.

I know it sounds cliche, but everything is going to be alright.

Trust me, I've been there. I am a young Michigan grad, who like you, had fallen on hard times recently. None of it was my fault and I was extremely mad at the world and felt sorry for myself for quite some time. There was a point and time that I had $300 in my bank account, absolutely no money coming in and no job, and bills/rent still due. I had nowhere to go and was mad at the world, jealous of my friends and pissed at my family.

If you keep your head up high, wake up every day with a positive attitude, and keep plowing ahead...well, things tend to work themselves out. They truly do.

The best part is that once you get through your hard times (and you will), you'll feel stronger mentally and ready to put a B.Graham backfield tackle (think last week) on anything that life throws your way.

Seriously, the best feeling I've ever had was the moment (which was a few months ago) that I realized my tough times were over and prosperity was staring me right in the face.

Good luck to you my friend, you'll be fine.

Go Blue.

Akademic09

October 7th, 2009 at 8:21 PM ^

I got laid off 2 years ago and had to find work in Ohio.....i feel your pain and hope your grind to employment is a quick and painless one. Keep your spirits up.

wigeon

October 7th, 2009 at 8:35 PM ^

these (obviously) are trying times for a lot of people. From your posts (which is such a damned accurate way of judging someone) it's clear your a grateful, soulful person. Good companies look for and invest in people like you.

Opportunities still lie around every corner. It won't be long until you find one.

maracle

October 7th, 2009 at 8:38 PM ^

Been there, done that, you'll be better off. You don't realize all the shit you've gotten used to until you change jobs...your next job will be like having a new girlfriend. Except for the putting out part.

Route66

October 7th, 2009 at 8:52 PM ^

I just started a book you might want to read. "The Hole in our Gospel" by Richard Stearns. You might find it interesting.

Good luck with things. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Six Zero

October 7th, 2009 at 8:58 PM ^

I'd suggest being very careful of the newspaper industry, and print journalism as a whole.

Looking back, I can easily say that moving on from a dying newspaper was one of the smartest things I've ever done. Just remember that this has happened for a reason, and try to see it as a new opportunity for a talented person. (That's you, by the way).

Best of luck and Go Blue.

wildbackdunesman

October 7th, 2009 at 9:11 PM ^

Best of luck, do your best to get out there and use your connections - then you'll get back on your feet.

I was laid off about 5 years ago and went into a huge depression. As soon as I had a job offer (with higher pay) my old job came calling back. Well, I loved my old job and went back to where I was. Within a year I was laid off again.

I became so depressed and was willing to just leave the state and live out in the Appalachian Mountains working any job I could. I thought I had no chance of getting a job in Michigan along Lake Michigan. I said that I would give myself a few months to look for a job before I moved.

Somehow I got several interviews in a tough market with a specific region in the state. I went into all of the interviews without a care in the world almost wanting my fall back plan to move. I had awesome interviews where I was laid back and cheerful. I got a job and am about to buy a house where I can walk all the way to Lake Michigan without crossing a road or seeing house.

PSALM 23 Rod N…

October 7th, 2009 at 9:12 PM ^

Best of Luck. Think Cliches. "Its not how far you fall, but how high you bounce back."
"Its always darkest before the Dawn." "If it does not kill you it makes you stronger"
Most of friends and myself have shared a similar experience. It is an awful sickening experience.
My Layoff was the best thing that ever happened to me. One other quotation, to draw strength from, "LEADERS AND BEST" Go Blue.

bouje

October 7th, 2009 at 9:13 PM ^

I just wanted to say that after I graduated I was without a job for a few months and the best thing to do is to have a plan and things to keep you busy. As someone else said take some time to grieve and be pissed off but that isn't going to help you need to keep looking for new opportunities and while you wait for interviews keep doing things to make you a better more well rounded person/applicant.

The biggest thing is to not lose faith and this is the time to really do some soul searching as to what you really want to do with your life and what you want out of this. Set goals and make them achievable and never lose faith because you will get through this.

Good luck

Miss Meeechigan

October 7th, 2009 at 9:23 PM ^

So sorry to hear about your bad news. Hang in there. Two of our dear friends just found new jobs after being let go a couple of months ago. They are happier than ever. Best of luck.

SonoAzzurro

October 7th, 2009 at 9:45 PM ^

Sorry to hear about your job situation, Crime Reporter. I hope things get better, and that soon this will just be a minor unpleasant memory.

Unfortunately things don't always go smooth, and there will be bumps on the road of life. Sometimes it can be unfair. Nobody deserves to suffer or feel stress, but maybe moments like these help appreciate more the good times. I hope your family, faith, and friends give you the strength you need to cope right now.

I think your post might benefit this forum. Putting things in perspective can be helpful, and sometimes we forget to realize what's really important.

AMazinBlue

October 7th, 2009 at 10:56 PM ^

and I had to leave immediately. The impact of it didn't hit me until about two hours later when I had to tell my family. Even though it had nothing to do with my performance, it was a business decision, but I still took as a personal failure. Getting past that was huge.

I feel for ya man. Stay strong and continue to believe in yourself. As much some people hate the thought, but I believe all things happen for a reason.

Good luck and keep us up to date on your progress.

VictorsValiant09

October 7th, 2009 at 11:05 PM ^

My heart goes out to you, friend.

I am a recent grad who is looking for employment, and I have an interview for a retail job this Saturday.

It won't exactly allow me to use my degree, but it's income, I suppose. You have to be thankful for anything, these days.

Wendyk5

October 7th, 2009 at 11:32 PM ^

My husband lost his job three months ago under really ugly circumstances, by people who we've both known and worked for, for 20 years. It has not been an easy road, but sometimes things like this help you to clarify what it is that you want in your life, and get rid of the things that don't serve you well. I wish you the best of luck.