The Weight of Rejection
Lately, not being able to find a job has been really weighing me down. I’ve been trying, applying, hoping,but every rejection or silence makes me feel a little more hopeless. It’s hard waking up each day feeling like I’m not moving forward, like I’m stuck while the world keeps going. I keep questioning my worth, my abilities, and whether I’m ever going to find a place where I truly fit in. It's exhausting to stay positive when it feels like nothing’s working out. I just needed to let this out, I feel tired, discouraged, and honestly, a bit lost.
@Silverwillows8128
It took me 5 years to find my first real job. I feel your frustration. *hugs*
5 years sounds really long and rough. I am sorry to hear that and thank you for the support
I was fired from a job I had for 20 years. I was given an excuse not a reason for being fired, because they didn't have a legit reason. It is what it is.
But it still hurts doesn't it?
@Silverwillows8128
I don't blame you for being frustrated, and although you're having difficulty, it's not a reflection on you or your value as a person. Actually, the more you persist in the face of rejection and disappointment, the more valuable you become. Give yourself well deserved credit for your heroic efforts.
A long time ago, someone told me that it's a "numbers game," and after applying for a enough jobs, it's inevitable that one of them will come through. Interestingly, in my experience, when one job becomes available, a few more will appear. I have no clue how that happens, but its happened to me a few times.
I'm not sure about the inevitability of a job coming through. Maybe it is possible that a person can look for work forever, but I decided to act as though finding work was inevitable, and for me, it happened on more than one occasion. I lived in an economically depressed area, and sometimes I was the only one working in my neighborhood. I reasoned with myself that finding work was in fact, my work until I landed a job.
Wishing you the best as your persistence pays off!
Thank you for relating to me. I believe that finding a job is a number's game too. I have applied to nearly 15 jobs in the last 2 days. Just imagine the number of my job applications in these past few months. I am trying for the last 7 months.
@Silverwillows8128
It sounds like your job search has been quite heroic. I admire your dedication. I hope an opportunity presents itself, even if it's from an unexpected source. These days, AI such as can be found in most web browsers, can explain ways to make a resume more likely to attract the attention of employers.
Hmm. Using AI is a good idea. I can't give up. Not now
@Silverwillows8128 I felt the weight of rejection in my life it’s from friends being alone having physical pain stress anixety nightmares having no support from my dad not being listened to I faced dealed with abuse
That sounds like a lot even though I may not know the full extent of your pain. Due to the emotional stress that job hunting is causing me, I had a nightmare yesterday that I was sexually assaulted, idk why and the dream was scarry.
@Silverwillows8128
Firstly, it does not determine your worth. I know you are down, but you are trying and doing your best, that's whst counts. I am rooting for you and I hope the best for you 💜🥰
@Silverwillows8128 It will all be okay. Finding jobs are different for everyone, no matter who you are. Things take time, and this will too. I wish you the best of luck.
Thank you for wishing me luck
Thank you so much for relating to me 💗💗💗
I am not an employ but I can understand the weight of rejection. But don't think you are alone. we all here for you.💛
Thank you so much for being there 💗
@Silverwillows8128
I just want to help you bro. No need to thank☺
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Please try finding Andy LaCivita on Youtube!!! I signed up for his job hunt bootcamp and got my first corporate job that way!!! Highly recommend!
I am not sure if we are from the same country but I will look into it. Thank you