I am unemployed and depressed, how can I stop depression from affecting my job search?

I would suggest you investigate what causes depression, understaing whether it's real depression or another type of mental condition or feeling. Being unemployed and depressed couldn't be really linked to each other. Then you could investigate if your job search is correct, appropriate to your skills and you're are doing things right in order to get good results. Many people do the wrong things for the good reasons and an incorrect job search could make you waste your time and cause feelings of sadness and making you feel inadequate or unworthy or even "not good enough" to find the right job for you. Investigate your feelings and how you're searching for a job, using which tools and resources.

You can stop depression from affecting your job search by motivating yourself. Understanding and knowing that you will be able to get a job in the future will help you. Find something that you love, and stick to it. Fighting depression with things that make you happy can help.

If you are unemployed, the most important is hope and that you don't lose hope. Furthermore, it is important that you tolerate rejections as you Will face multiple of them before you Will get your first or new job. You send your resume and CV to potential employer but he or she is totally free to choose who he or she Will hire. It mostly has nothing with you. Potential employer often gets more than 100 resumes and CV and so he or she has also very tough time choosing the employee. Having all this in mind makes easier to tolerate all these rejections. Another problem is money. You can consider persuading that this situation is temporary and when you Will have got job you Will be having enough money to afford decent life.

It can be very difficult to rise above the dark mood and accompanying ailments that come with depression. In cases where it feels insurmountable, try to focus on the outcome. Try to change which particular thought becomes the biggest thought. For instance, instead of thinking "I don't want to get out of bed," try the thought "Once I have a job, I will have a direction for my life and a place to go when I get out of bed." When you focus on the outcome, it provides a goal and an outward direction that is missing when the focus is inward, inside the mind. It is more likely to keep the engine running, so to speak, and the more active you become, the more you begin to see results.

In your situation, both feeling depressed and not having a job can create a vicious cycle. If you feel depressed, and hopeless or worthless, that can definitely cause you to lose motivation or not feel hopeful about job prospects. Also, not hearing back from jobs can be disheartening, so that can also increase your depression. I'd think about talking to a professional to help get you through this. You have a lot on your plate and it can be helpful to work through all of those emotions and experiences. Personally, I have experienced the way that not getting a job can make your outlook worse. I work a lot with affirmations and gratitude. I try to keep my mindset on the idea that all of the jobs you haven't gotten are just the world's way of lining up the perfect job for you. It can be hard to think that way, but it helped me a lot with feeling incapable when searching for jobs.

I think its important to set small achievable goals, especially when you're dealing depressed! maybe start by updating your resume or setting a goal of applying for 4 jobs a week for example! Also tap into any support networks you may have such as enlisting the help of family and friends to help guide/support you and keep you on track! It might be helpful to let them know what your goals are so they can help you achieve these. Maybe start by even just jumping on Seek or a similar website and applying for some jobs online if you're finding it a bit daunting to get out of the house :)

Looking for a job can be tiring emotionally. What could help would be to dissociate the task of searching to your feelings. You can for instance that searching is pretty much a job itself! It’s an occupation and it has a goal and a meaning. Then in parallel, seek for help with the healing of the depression. Don’t hesitate to give yourself credits for how courageous and amazing you are for going through this. Personally, I find that reading stoical philosophy is a great way to help your mind switching in a more neutral and grounded way. Over all, reading what great thinkers spent their life reflecting on, is useful. It opens our minds to different ways of thinking. And we can agree or disagree with what is expressed. Either/or it takes us off the cycle of negative thoughts pretty efficiently

Try to set yourself some simple goals that are easy to achieve. They should be things that you can do each day. Things that will help with your job search, like sorting out your CV, or drawing up a list of companies you'd like to work for. That way you will get a feeling of satisfaction at what you're managing to do. Doing this should reduce any feelings of helplessness and make you feel that you are more in control of your situation. You could also try volunteering at places where you can boost your work experience. Not only will you be helping other's you will also be helping yourself.

Have hope. You need to feel better to do better in life. Try resting more. Be mindful of your situation. Go out more to network and seek employment opportunities. In the meantime do more physical exercise. Being active can help produce more happy hormone in you body. Laugh more. Relax your mind and body. Probably it is time to have a break and recharge. You need to break the vicious circle before you can move on. Focusing too much on depression may not solve the depressive issue. Get some healthy distractions. Dream big. You are here. But your future is not here yet. So live now.

Consider your unique situation. By being realistic about your current abilities, you can search for a manageable job. If you had a physical ailment, you wouldn't expect yourself to work beyond your limits. Consider your current limitations. Do you have trouble waking up early, talking to people, or require frequent breaks? When I had a similar struggle, I could not get out of bed before 1pm. Because of this, I only accepted jobs that I could work from 3pm-8pm. If you listen to your body and search for a job that accommodates your needs, you may find that it's less daunting.

Implementing a routine is a great start! Structure your day as if you were going to work. Getting up early in the morning, showering and having breakfast is the perfect way to start each day. Follow that by a little meditation. This will help clear your mind and get you in a positive space. Now it’s time to get to “work”! That’s finding your new job. Keep a Detailed journal of your days activities. Note which parts of the day your depression is at its worst. Around those times Make it a point to take a break from your job search and take a walk or do something that you enjoy. Finish each “work day” writing down something you accomplished for the day. All accomplishments count, big or small. Don’t forget the most important part, it’s about progress not perfection! Good luck :)

hello I know its hard when we feel down to keep motivated sorry your feeling this way do you have any friends you can discuss job applications with and swap ideas have you looked to see if there are any courses you could do this would boost your self esteem depression can take over our lives its awful to feel like this are you keeping a routine its a good idea to get out in the fresh air and make sure you are eating properly take each day at a time and maybe try and think about what you would like to do and what would make you happier iam here to listen if your having a bad day I know its hard now but it will get better there are good things out there for you I am sure

Acknowledging that I do feel this way. Then proceed to journal why I feel depressed, when I started to feel this way, then continue by validating my feelings. I take a few deep breaths with positive affirmations to follow up; I express my self worth and my feelings, either writing them down, taking a mental notes, or saying out loud in the mirror. Then making a list as to what brings me joy/makes me feel good. When it is an appropriate time to try and find a job, (when I am calm and at ease), find these similar joyous qualities in job descriptions while mentally affirming “my reasons for my depression do not define my success in job searching”.

In order for you to stop your depression is to find ways to motivate yourself having the positive mentality that you are going to have luck in finding a stable Job the more you think about happy thoughts the less chances of having depression will decrease in no time. I know it will take time to go from depressed to happy but if you apply this to your personal self more better things would come to your future self the only thing you have to do is stay positive and not as a negative person all the entire time.

Go to a networking group to meet people in the same boat who may have suggestions on what has worked for them to keep their spirits up. If you don't know about any local groups speak to your reference librarian. They may know of local groups or be able to help you find one. They are also very helpful with resources for your job search. Another resource would be United Way or religious institutions. Many have support groups that are nondenominational. These other organizations may also have support groups for depression. Talking to someone who has been there can help.

It's a hard one being in the kinda middle ground where you want to take action but also lack in the motivation for lack of a better word. I would try listening to a song that reminds you of a good time or that puts you in a good state. Jump up and down for a minute, take a cold shower. Tell yourself "I am going to find a job, I've got this" then feel that rush and excitement. Hopefully doing these things gives you a pump of better emotions. With this go on your search for jobs and take this enthusiasm with you when you go into your interview. I realise this may sound quite silly but if you really stick with it man you can do it! You've got this mate!

It's totally understandable to feel some depression during unemployment. SInce the time we were young, we're told that "a good job" is the definition of success (other than a good family, a roof over our heads) so it feels like we're failing, at life, when we're unemployed. It was only when I redefined my own definition of success that the depression actually lifted. At first it was just being able to get out of bed, make it and get dressed. Then it was doing that, plus taking a walk, then adding steps each day until I was feeling up to writing resumes and taking interviews. The depression lifted little by little.

By investing this time on yourself, you can gain tremendously from this downtime. Learn new skills or advance your skills, go out to meet family and friends, regularly exercise or do yoga to keep mind and body fit for next venture, being unemployed is not the end of the world, there is always a better job waiting for you. There is no one in the world who doesn't have downtime here or there. Try to take some volunteer job opportunities for time being. This will keep you busy, positive and current with the job market. Above all, you can meet new people and make new friends.

Being depressed is really difficult and not feeling like you have purpose can contribute to your depression. I would suggest that you begin by writing down your goals for the day and possibly put them somewhere you can see them. It is important to remember that you will have good days and bad days, but that the goals are there to help you remember what you're working towards. If you're able to, try writing the goals on sticky notes and posting them somewhere that you will see frequently throughout the day so that when you pass it, you can take one down and see if you're able to start on that goal for the day. Once you start marking off smaller goals, the bigger goal of job searching won't feel as daunting.

In my personal experience of being unemployed and depressed because of it, I suffered from critical thinking errors and created an endless cycle of failure. I had to set small daily goals, such as, getting up, eating breakfast and taking a shower. I would then move onto setting attainable tasks for myself. I would job search on the internet for two hours that day and try to talk to one possible employer, either on the phone or on the internet. At the end of the day I would not focus on being unemployed, but on my successes and the progress I had made. I reward myself for the effort, usually with chocolate :). Then before bed I would list at least three things that I was grateful for. It's a tall order to complete all of that, but I had to remember... progress not perfection.

Depression will affect everything you do, including searching for a job. You don't need to stop it. But you need to be effective in your job search no matter what. Develop a written plan, calendars, and exhaustive checklists, including even things like taking a bath, grooming, and dressing, to the behaviors you plan to have during the interview. Do not apply for jobs that require an extrovert personality, like face-to-face sales, for example. Present yourself as a reflexive, conscientious, calm person. Do some breathing exercises and affirmations just before each interview, to calm yourself, improve your self-esteem, and project the values and characteristics needed for your job, like professionalism, intelligence, honesty, etc. So write an exhaustive plan, follow it to the letter, and use calming and self-affirming techniques to prepare yourself immediately before each interview.

You can use this free time that you probably have at the moment and make it something good, try explore an area you always wanted to do, try doing something new something you always wanted to accomplish, that may distract you from your depression and give you new potential in order to search for a new job in a better mood. Try also to meet up with new persons in that time given that can also advise you and open even further your mind that might bring out a solution that might was not even passing your mind before

Well, it is normal to feel down. leaving a job can leave us with financial stress being unemployed is depressing state and if they are seeking a job for a few weeks and still didn't get an answer, they feel more stress. From my experience, some things could help AS Richard carlson said use the backburner. where you stay active another thing bring good habits to your life. keep two hours to find your positive passion. since you have time. and another thing have peptalk, where you see as clearly as a thing that will pass at the end. Simply look at it as you got the gift of time. practice good habits practice something you enjoy left out your mood and have an uplifting pep talk

The hardest part about being depressed is working at a job you dislike. When I was at the height of my depression, I worked at a call center and it gave me such anxiety and pushed me further in the depression. Eventually I talked to a counselor and they suggested that I find new work. I say all that to say that I think it would be a good idea to look for work doing something you enjoy even if it does not pay a whole lot of money. It's easier to go to work when you enjoy what you do, where you work and who you work for. It may also help you with the depression since you are doing something you enjoy. Even if you have to find two part time jobs you like, its better than working at one that you hate, will further push you into depression and force you to quit, or get fired. Good Luck!!! You got this!!!

I totally understand that, I am in a similar situation and some weeks are harder than others. Only you know your situation best. However, I can share my experience to help give you some suggestions. I focus on taking things one step at a time. I created a boundary where I wouldn't worry about any job stuff on Fri-Sun! In other words, I took those as self-care days. I wasn't able to find positions that I am interested so I started to look into volunteer work because in the meantime I could build skills in areas that I am interested in and get out of the house. I also made sure I was having fun, going into nature, journaling, and I would focus on issues in my meditation practices to find more ease, peace, to feel grounded, and centered. For the reason that when I am in those states I am able to apply for positions I am excited about or that I can find some growth in it instead of choosing jobs that take away my energy. Although, I understand that sometimes we don't have the privilege of choosing jobs. However, we do have the option to turn our time into self-care. Sometimes I feel I don't deserve to enjoy myself cause I am not being "productive" but it's not true! Everything I do is productive if it's for physical, mental, or emotional health! Anyway, I hope this was helpful in some way, and I'm glad I am not alone in unemployment and depression.

Depression is such a hard mental illness to deal with. First off, I hope you get everything worked out. I would recommend seeing a doctor, picking a hobby that you really enjoy, getting a pet, anything that makes you enjoy being around. But, definitely see a doctor as they can refer you to people who will be able to help you and go with you along your journey to a better mental health state. Reaching out and asking this question tells me all I need to know... You may not think you are as motivated as you should be, but you are doing a great job! Sending light :)

Sometimes it can help to set small goals, and then schedule time to accomplish these small tasks that have to be completed. For instance, when you're depressed, committing to a full time job search can seem daunting, but if we wanted to create smaller, more manageable tasks out of a job search, it might be a bit easier to commit to doing an online job search for ten or fifteen minutes a day. It may also help to keep a regular schedule, and try to stick to it, even when depressed. This serves two purposes, first, it encourages us to continue functioning, even if we are not feeling our best, and second, sometimes when we start accomplishing things that we have set out to accomplish, we begin to feel better.

This, is a wild, unprecedented time for everyone. Depression has become a topic of conversation nearly everywhere, while still maintaining it's inability to be properly understood. This is a tough spot to be in, because in order to shake some of those depression symptoms, it would be best to have a routine (a job) and in order to get a job, you have to shake those symptoms. Life is cruel in this way. However, listen to your body, and your gut. Set yourself up with a short list of tasks to do each morning. It doesn't matter how small that task may be. Promise yourself, that once you finish that task, you can go back to your favorite chair, or your bed. Don't get frustrated with yourself, know that there will be days where you just can't quite finish that list. You can't quite make it to the second or third task. Forgive yourself for that. Over time, you'll find that you'll become more and more comfortable with this list, and the tasks, some of that cemented depression symptoms are kind of just rolling off on their own. Add more to your list. Begin again. Patience with yourself is key. Once those lists are able to be tackled, start applying for jobs, ones that you REALLY want in industries you REALLY want to work for. This might not prove to be lucrative right away. You may not get those jobs...but it will motivate you to edit your resume. It'll get your mental juices flowing about what you want to do from here on out. You'll start having conversations with yourself or you friends about what you want to do, or what you plan on doing. It'll be exciting. It can be a slow process, it can be a quick process. But the process is yours none the less. There's power in that. -Shep

Not having a job is indeed very stressful as we all need money for our daily expenses. It's been a tough time for job hunters especially in the past year and I'm sorry that you're experiencing depression from it. It's not easy to "stay positive" when the situation looks bleak, still don't give up hope yet, the dark times will pass. There are ways you can distract yourself from solely focusing on your job hunt because to only do that is going to be mentally draining. Use the time to pursue activities or hobbies you did not have the time to do before. Catch up with family and friends and talk to them because having a line of emotional support is important. Volunteer for a cause and perhaps that may open up new skills and opportunities. The important part is to keep yourself active, but at your own pace of course!

Unemployment depression is real and it does effect a lot of people, so you don't have to feel that you are alone in this. You just need to be the confident you when you are going for the interview and just put yourself out there. Interviewers always only seek for how you come across to them, the attitude and the way you present yourself to them. try to build in you strength and hope. also, try not to give up on your search. take smaller steps and explore yourself more. until the time you find a job you can also work on your skills , at home or outside which might help you later on in your job and make you confident about yourself or also volunteer for many other things which might boost up your morale and as for the depression part you can take care of you diet, sleeping schedule etc.