I Lost My Job

Aside From the Terror - It Feels Pretty Good

By: yukonpete

Written on June 23rd, 2009

My job has been terminated. I have 2 months to find a new one. I'm concerned over how I'll support my family - but it has been a revelation to me. I was always afraid of losing my job. The only thing that would be worse - would be losing my family. Turns out that I am not "my job"

I'm looking forward to finding a new adventure, with my newfound sense of truth. It's pretty cool. I'm not worried about what others think. I'm just a simple guy with a big heart. I'm not what I do.

By: yukonpete

Age: 36-40

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6 responses

flourlady111

Well I am sorry my friend. That happened to me last winter. I was in shock for awhile. I believe you can find another one tho!

Aug 26, 2009
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snowbunny1002

I am sure you will be just fine. Things will come together for you. In your journey I am sure you will rediscover yourself my friend. Keep the faith!!!

Aug 26, 2009
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yukonpete

Thanks for asking smartchick. I found a new job and I'm looking forward to something different. I started a few days ago. I'm terrified of taking the 20K per year pay cut - but I like the idea of a fresh start. I have faith that it will work out. I like not being my job - but I have no idea of who the hell I really am

Aug 26, 2009
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smartchick1

So how's the job search coming Pete. Excellent to discover that you are not your job. For years I was my job and a total type A personality. I'm glad I snapped out of it--my family wanted to kill me. I'm so much happier now and really living life.

Aug 26, 2009
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purpleriz

My poor friend...it's good to see you have a positive attitude...that is definitely a good thing. You are in my thoughts too... (((hugs)))

Jun 26, 2009
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Creamsicle

Whoa.... that sucks!

I'm sure you'll come up with a suitable plan. You'll be in my thoughts.

:)

Jun 23, 2009
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