It is difficult to stay optimistic when you're hunting for a job with limited responses, heavy financial burdens, and constant negativity in the media about the economy. Finding a new job or a new career can be rough and emotionally challenging.
Albert Einstein said: "In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity." You can find opportunities in negative situations if you are willing.
Use this time to re-invent yourself and your career, develop new relationships, reconnect with old ones, and strengthen the relationships you have. Seeking a new opportunity will be a lot of work and it can be emotionally draining, which is why you have to take time for yourself to remain in a positive state of mind.
You might find it helpful to do things that you have not had time to do while working such as reading a book, going to the gym, or walking your dog. Take the time to do the activities you enjoy that will rejuvenate you by using this time off work to your advantage. Take this time to build a closer relationship with your family, drive the kids to school, or have snacks prepared when they get home; this is an excellent opportunity to open up the lines of communication when you would normally be working. Have lunch dates, pack a picnic, or brown bag; make time for the friend who you're never able to connect with due to your conflicting schedules. You will likely find your friend supportive encouraging, and advocating in your job search.
You will be exhausted from applying to opportunities, from rejection, from interviews, and from the stress of it all. In the interim, take this time to strengthen your spirit!
Just remember, before you know it, you will be back to work.
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