Feed Drop: The Anxious Achiever with Morra Aarons-Mele, Finding Healing After Layoffs
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Navigating the Emotional Terrain of Layoffs
This chapter dives into the emotional complexities and psychological impacts of layoffs, illustrated through personal anecdotes and collective experiences at NPR. It highlights the feelings of numbness, anxiety, and the deep sense of loss associated with job insecurity, as well as the nuances of social support and self-preservation in a turbulent corporate environment. Additionally, it addresses the societal stigma surrounding unemployment and offers strategies for fostering self-compassion and reclaiming joy in the aftermath of job loss.
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