Blog #4: Recovering from “We Regret to Inform You” Job Opportunity Loss
A half filled glass of tequila and ice, In-N-Out wrappers in the trash, Total Divas playing in the background, hair sticking out of a haphazard ponytail with splotchy pink eyes to match. This is a different kind of break-up aftermath.
Instead of being heartbroken by memories of an old partner the thoughts of a possible career that could have been fill the brain. There’s no doubt about it, hearing the words "we regret to inform you" hits the heart instantly. Especially when it’s a job opportunity that excites you on a myriad of levels.
Fear not friend, it is a temporary let down. Just like that first love this too shall pass and hopefully a lot sooner than that awful experience. Whether it was your dream job or the one you had put all your eggs in the basket for, it’s crucial to look on the bright side and not weigh yourself down with negativity.
Let me guess what you’re thinking…easier said than done! I feel you! Sometimes it takes a support system in your life to cheer you up. Here’s a few things I’ve been doing that you too could do to help you get over your latest "we regret to inform you" moment:
Vent, cry, laugh, say what you need to say to your closest confidants. It’s never good to let your emotions simmer inside and eat at you. It’s best to let it out immediately and have that time to grieve and emotionally and mentally recover.
Indulge (slightly) whether it’s a good cocktail, a pint of your choice Ben & Jerry’s, In-N-Out animal style fries, or all of the above…don’t do it every night but definitely the day you get the news, make it a really good cheat day and savor it! You deserve it!
Distract yourself with your favorite hobby, binge the crap out of your favorite show available for streaming, run outside with your doggy companion or on the treadmill at the gym while blasting a feel good playlist. Do something good for your soul that makes you smile.
Cry. It feels so great to cry and let it out whenever you need to, there WILL be a time where you won’t feel the need to cry or there won’t be tears left and you’ll be back on track.
I really hope if you’re experiencing the pains of job opportunity loss you have a speedy emotional recovery. I’m right there with you and like I telling keep myself things will get better! *Virtual hug*