How to Deal With Depression After Losing a Job
It could happen as soon as you hear the words from your boss that you are losing your job. It could happen days or weeks later. But the truth is that sooner or later you might feel the heavy grip of depression upon becoming unemployed-and in this economy, many people are feeling it. It is perfectly normal to feel this way in such a situation. Luckily, there are ways you can cope with the blues-here are some.
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Seek professional help if needed. First and foremost is to seek help from those that are trained to do so. Talking to a therapist is nothing to be ashamed about; they are there to help you. You may be able to find low-cost counseling or your previous employer may offer services. If you can't speak with a pro, a good venting session with a friend is always beneficial.
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Get active. You would be surprised at how a good run around the block helps with anxiety. Exercise releases endorphins and relieves stress. Getting more exercise will also get you in shape. Let's face it; most Americans are out of shape. Why not take your downtime into you own hands and get into shape? This is a wonderful way to use extra time and relieve stress-and make fitness a priority.
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Be open with your loved ones. Talk to your family. This is not the time to be proud or shoulder the burden. Your loved ones are going to need to know the facts if they are going to help you. Be completely open with your feelings and your family will appreciate you for it.
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Talk to friends. It's easy to abandon your friends after losing your job, but having your friends around will make it easier for you. Some of them might be in the same boat as you. Hiding in your house doesn't solve the problems. Get out in the world and socialize. This is also a great opportunity to spend time with the pals that you wouldn't normally have time for.
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Zaeem Mohammad Ansari
Mar 01, 2011
on 3/1/2011 Psycho-spiritually, it is possible to cure depression instantly by activating the awareness part of consciousness. If your depression is caused by thinking/analysing, you need to realise that for you your consciousness is awareness as well as thinking. Thinking can be categorised into three sub-sections, thinking about the past, "present" and future. To stop the depression, stop thinking about the past/future via actively concentrating on the present moment. Once you are in the present moment the trick is to just observe your emotions that you are feeling, without thinking, this will activate the awareness part of consciousness. Next focus your energy in the present moment away from your body onto your surroundings atmosphere/environment. Now all you have to do is maintain this feeling of awareness, best done by busying yourself with positive things.
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Tammy Bloom
Dec 28, 2010
I just lost my job due to tardiness (before you judge me realize there were circumstances beyond my control that prevented me from being on time, I have severe fibromyalgia and Rheumatoid Arthritis along with 2 difficult little boys and mornings are hard for me even without my boys). I think the most important thing they said here is not to lock yourself up in your house. Get out and be with friends, it helps. When you are feeling alone it helps a lot. I am going through the hardest time in my life right now with the RA, fibro, and being home full time with a 3 going on 4 year old and a 15 month old baby. But I have decided that I am going back to school to do what I want to do. Losing your job isn't the end of the world, now if only the unemployment dispute would be over with I'd be in good shape. I will say this, and I'm not sure if it is this way for others, when Monday's roll...
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higherimagez
Aug 13, 2010
Good stuff, I also reccomend taking the proper medicine and small doses of medical marijuana (when situations / needed) used the way they should.
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dobguy1
Aug 10, 2010
I weorked for years and struglled for all of my life, when I did get an education as an electrician as soon as I journeyed out I realized that all the jobs were being outbidded by hispanic contractors...it was at that time I realized I had no chance at succeeding....the competition was fierce, pay was minimal and after contracting menengitis I finally became disabled...I havent worked in 3 years but the bills are still there...I am on disability which is hard but better than nothing...Ive been to counselling intense counselling and I find myself still pushed on the back burner while the therapist and counsellors carreers flourish....its a sign of the times, the poor get poorer and the rich richer.....I get a steady income as of now which is better than some but my mental health has declined due to disability...everything is a payoff Ive found.............now Im 3000 miles from my...
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Andrew Wright
Aug 09, 2010
Super subject - super article. I would just add that one must NOT "submerge" the depression with activity for activities sake. The activity must be focused and productive ... anything else just gives you more time to think yourself into the ground!!
