just focusing on one small step at a time, updating my resume, applying to one job a day, and leaning on friends for support, made the impossible feel doable.
3
No-Court1155Mar 30, 2026
+3
Cutting my expenses down to the bare minimum for a while honestly saved me
3
Salt_Regular_327Mar 30, 2026
+2
I’m going through this right now—lost my job about 6 weeks ago, applied to over 100 positions, and doing gig work but still falling behind. Trying to stay on my feet and figure out what I’m missing. I’ve got more context on my profile.
2
CattleSenior5177Mar 30, 2026
+1
Have you contacted your government? (I don't know how UasA works)
Find out if there's any help you can get to help pay for your rent and daily living.
I know some people are too proud to do such things, but at the end of the day, you have to do what's needed.
1
Salt_Regular_327Mar 30, 2026
+2
I have and it’s been pending for five weeks. they make getting assistance extremely difficult in the US
2
CattleSenior5177Mar 30, 2026
+1
Oh gosh! That such a long time, I can imagine the stresses and worry!
1
Expensive_Key_6800Mar 30, 2026
+1
networking is key, reach out to old colleagues and friends for leads. also, consider picking up freelance gigs or part-time work to bridge the gap while searching for something more permanent.
1
nylady914Mar 30, 2026
+1
Savings acct. Happened in my twenties and I was scared. But my parents told me to always have 3 months $$ reserve. Took me several years at the time, but I did it.
9 Comments