Here's how you can stay positive during a layoff.

Such great insights and practical tips from all. Rosabeth Moss Kanter’s 6 keys to leading positive change has been my motivation, to keep moving forward, no matter where I am in the rollercoaster journey of life and career. SHOW UP - if you don’t show up, nothing really happens SPEAK UP - if you don’t ask/say, no one knows how to best help you LOOK UP - dig deep within to connect to your higher purpose TEAM UP - together, we can overcome challenges faster/ better NEVER GIVE UP- there is no failure except in no longer trying LIFT OTHERS UP - share success, credit, recognition, and pay it forward once you have success!

Network, network, network…..Reach out to those you know and they will put you in touch with others who can help your transition. Everyone has been through it or know others who have. People like to help other people. You will be amazed how fast your network will grow!! All positive things!!

One thing I have found important about embracing the change is that once you do it, it’s a brain restart. When you accept the reality you don’t miss time on the what if I have stayed. Automatically your brain starts to get involved in so many activities that you put aside like enjoying the coffee without the rush of starting a teleconference or hit the road to the office. Spending more time with children, getting much with your husband or with fiends. It’s a total disconnection. After all these things then you start to realize that there are so many careers and new skills that you can learn and do that you will have an entire world of possibilities to explore. But this will only happens after you embrace change. It’s a wonderful feeling.

If there was ever a time to lean on the relationships that you’ve developed during your professional career, this is that time. I know sometimes there is the fear of embarrassment and judgement, but I think you’ll be surprised at how quickly your network will be ready to support you in finding your next great opportunity.

It requires strength to ask for help, and it doesn't make one weak. It's crucial to seek assistance during a layoff, as suffering in silence never benefits anyone. I believe there are still many people who have faith in humanity and consider it their responsibility to empower and support those going through such experiences. Seeking help can provide access to treatments, aid, and resources that one may not have known about or been able to access otherwise. Additionally, it can help us gain a new perspective on life and change our mindset. We are meant to fight some battles alone, but not all!

According to LA times the psychological and financial pressures of being laid off can increase the risk of suicide by 30% to 300%. Being laid off is even ranked seventh among the most stressful life experiences. Having the proper support may be the difference between life and death. I cannot emphasize enough the importance of constantly evaluating whether the people around you (including professional assistance) are wise and emotionally supportive enough for something as challenging as a layoff. It is imperative to nurture your relationships before facing such difficult times

During and after a layoff is prime time to have support around you. Your network, friends, family, mentors are all people that can help guide you during this phase and help you through the difficulty in what you are going through. Spend time with people you trust, ask them questions and get their thoughts on what you are thinking with your next steps in your career.

While you're looking for your next opportunity, use the down time for good, take some courses, to learn new skills, build your LI network, take on some long put-off household projects, or focus on your health. While being unemployed is stressful, more so for some than others because of the financial situation. Recognize being ghosted seems to be part of the landscape now, so network! Reach out to your community, be active in your search, and in your life. If you feel overwhelmed, find a helper! There is no shame in asking for help, even if it's just someone to listen. Mental or physical well being will be tested, so do your best, it's all any of us can do.

You need to keep the schedule going. Continue working up early and doing your morning routine. Stay on schedule and focus your time on personal development. Take advantage of this free time to read the books you always wanted to read, meet with peolpe that might have neglected due to high workload, travel to places to explore new things and get inspiration for your next opportunity.

A position should never be an end goal, but rather a means to achieve your actual objectives. It's important to keep this in mind before the worst happens. Setting goals and expectations before you actually get laid off allows you to properly assess the consequences. Often, the negative thoughts that arise in difficult situations are far worse than the reality.

Qual a diferença entre sonho e meta? Uma data! Alguns ficam apenas nos sonhos e não conseguem a realização destes, haja vista que a realização possui pré-requisitos fundamentais como papel e caneta (para os mais antigos), smartphone, tablet, computador, não importa como, mas precisamos registrar e estabelecer prazos para a concretização de cada degrau que nos levará ao topo.

Completing several home projects that I have been wanting to do. Built a rain garden, pollinator garden, green house and filled with fruits and vegetables. Built in shelving for my closet, fixing several doors that didn't close properly and painting. With the great spring weather I have also been able to ride my bike and run a lot more. Several friends have taken days off to go on nice long bike rides, it helps to be with good company.

If you get caught up in a layoff, many times your normal work routine gets thrown off. You don't wake up at the same time or you don't do some of your normal rituals like when you were going to work every day. I challenge you to keep a regular morning routine 'as if' you were still working every day. One of the best things you could add (if you weren't already doing so), is to get out for a morning walk at the same time you usually left for work. This will not only help you physically and mentally but also keep you on a semi-normal routine.

There’s so many ways to be positive and it’s a personal choice based on what works best to raise you up. Here’s some that have worked for me and my clients. Watch what you feed your mind and body- healthy food and healthy intake of music, books, podcasts and shows are so important. You start to believe what you take part in most so make sure it’s healthy for you. Schedule your days for job searching, networking and applying, stick to it and that way you aren’t consumed with the job search and defeated with the process. Acknowledge your emotions and be ok to feel them all, you can be positive and still be sad, angry and frustrated. Take the time to evaluate what is important for you next and invest in you!

Don't let your routine get sidelined! Staying active, even with a daily walk, yoga, or a gym session, is a powerful tool. Exercise combats stress and lifts your mood, while also providing routine and focus. This can be a huge advantage as you strategise your next career move. Remember, taking care of your physical health is key to managing the stress of a layoff.

Maintaining a positive mindset is vital. Surround yourself with positive influences, practice gratitude, and engage in activities that bring you joy. Positivity attracts opportunities and helps you navigate through this period with resilience and grace

Lastly, stay optimistic. This might sound difficult to you, but this is a chance to reinvent yourself. Look at your strengths, build a growth mindset, and feel that you will do better. Remember, your layoff is not an end, just a new beginning.

I was laid off in February for the first time after working a decade full time in my field. There was heart break and grief I had to deal with in this process which was difficult for me because I had no control over the situation. I was laid off the day before my scheduled vacation, which in hindsight was a huge part of my healing journey. When I got back from vacation I immediately saw my therapist to work through some of the grief I was experiencing. Next I focused heavily on my health and wellness, something I hadn’t prioritized in a long time. Ultimately I shifted my mindset to “I get to work on myself… I get to work on my health… I get to take this time and spend it how I please”.

reflecting daily is so helpful. it helps me keep positive, reach out for netwroking, encourage each other. By reflecting, I can get stress away, keep calm and positive.

Take a step back from your professional life by reconnecting more with your self. The best ways is through simple physical activity or exercises that utilise the whole body as one, like swimming and yoga. Clarity and peace of mind in troubling times often comes when you are not actively pursuing it, and opportunities present themselves when you are living, not behind a desk.

Reflecting on your career can provide valuable insights into what truly matters to you professionally. It helps you identify your strengths, passions, and values, which in turn can guide you towards roles that align with your aspirations. By understanding what motivates you and what you enjoy doing, you can pursue opportunities that fulfill you on a deeper level. Reflection allows you to make more informed career decisions that lead to greater satisfaction and happiness in the long run.

Reflection is a powerful tool for maintaining positivity during layoffs as it allows individuals to process their experiences and emotions constructively. It helps in identifying 'personal strengths' and 'achievements', 'reinforcing self-worth' and 'confidence' even in challenging times. By reflecting, individuals can recognize lessons learned and growth opportunities, turning a setback into a chance for development. This practice also aids in setting 'future goals' and planning 'next step's with a clearer, more focused mindset. Additionally, reflection fosters 'resilience' and a 'positive outlook', 'empowering' individuals to navigate the uncertainty of layoffs with optimism and purpose.

A transição de carreira pode ser um dos momentos mais estressantes da vida de uma pessoa, mas vale dizer que, apesar da necessidade de prover a casa, a vida profissional não é tudo, e antes dela estão a família e a saúde pessoal. Em tempos onde a saúde emocional tem sido colocada a prova, buscar empresas que proporcionem nossos proventos e bom ambiente de trabalho, deve ser objeto da vida profissional; por segundo, entendo que, por mais que tudo pareça bem, a decisão de demitir poderá estar do lado da empresa e, para amenizar esta transição, é necessário viver salvando dinheiro para uso em ocasiões inesperadas. Com algum planejamento, mesmo que haja "branco" entre empregos, uma transação de carreira poderá ser realizada de forma suave.

One thing I have found helpful is that you can use a negative situation to help build a stronger sense of self worth and a new identity to face the future. Your self worth should not depend solely upon natural things like your job or opinion of others about yourself or even the present state of your mind based on past experiences. Let this situation be a reminder to you that your source of self worth should come from your Creator :God. He made you in His image and after His likeness. This can be a wake up call to draw upon your sense of value as one who came from a source that cannot be depleted by any thing in the natural. Man is a spirit, he has a soul, It’s the spiritual dimension that we can call upon when things fail around us.

During layoffs, most people go through the 5 stages of grief....To eventually land on acceptance. When we talk about layoffs or redundancies, it's important to recognise that it is the JOB ROLE that is being made redundant or obsolete. Not the human being who occupies the job. This distinction is key to mindsets: So long as one is alive, one is not 'redundant' or 'obsolete'. As soon as you know that your job is going, start reaching out to trusted people to share your fears, concerns and hopes. The more you talk to good people, the more you'll get great options to consider for your next steps. If you're a leader who's managing a restructuring or downsizing process, remember to take care of yourself... as you take care of others.

After being laid off most people will need to begin a new job search. Relying on just applying to online ads on job boards and company websites will not deliver the best results. Adding search firms and LinkedIn strategies will be key to landing that new gig. Credible search firms in your industry will have knowledge of hidden jobs not being advertised and their associates can guide you through the process rather than navigating on your own. LinkedIn can also be a valuable resource. Expand you network by connecting with people you worked with previously, graduated from the same university you did and who may work at companies you'd want to work for. They maybe able to give insight into the process or even advocate on your behalf.