3. If you aren't sure you want a career change, go ahead and send out resumes and ask everyone you know about finding a new job. While you are waiting for responses, test out other directions. Pursue marketing your skill in those areas that truly interest you.
Whether you have always wanted to start an online storefront, teach trumpet, or become a personal shopper, give it a try. By the time you get a job offer in your previous field, you may be relieved to go back, or you may have found confidence in your new career direction.
4. Volunteer your time. You'll feel better about yourself. It will improve your self-esteem. You will meet interesting people and perhaps find a job through the networking opportunity. You can try out new skills and interests that have the potential to become full time income-producing opportunities.
5. Use the time between jobs to enhance your outlook on life. While seminars and even books may not be in your budget at this time, there are vast online resources, as well as public libraries, to support your personal growth, enhance your self-esteem, find greater happiness, break addictive habits, manage stress, and increase your physical and emotional wellness.
6. Begin healthful practices. Take a daily walk, preferably an early morning walk in complete silence. Learn Yoga, Qigong, or another discipline that quiets the mind and increases wellness through breathing, gentle stretching, and focus. Adopt whichever one you choose as a daily practice.
Use the forced change to improve your habits. Stop smoking and reduce alcohol rather than letting your cravings take advantage of you at this vulnerable time.
7. Spend time with your loved ones. A stressful job often leaves little time or emotional energy for friends and family. Commit to spending more quality time with your loved ones.
If you feel depressed, consciously form a smile on your face and act upbeat until the happy feeling becomes genuine. Support your loved ones and gratefully accept their support.
8. Know you are never alone. Whatever your spiritual beliefs and practices, turn to them in this time of challenge, and know that goodness always pours forth in its own time and manner. Have patience and faith in your future.
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