Comments on: Unemployment Sucks… But You Are Still Awesome.

By: lillie

lillie — Wed, 26 May 2010 12:00:00 +0000

I always enjoy reading your posts but this one struck a chord with me. A few years ago, I found myself without a job & homeless. I found a job working under the table to have gas money & buy a meal. Thankfully, I had to live in my car for only a short time but it certainly was eye opening experience. Those first few months were tough even when I did find a minimum wage job but eventually things worked out in the end. I'm now working at a job I enjoy, going back to college & trying to pursue my dream on becoming a published writer. You're right t in saying a positive attitude and persistence is key. It certainly kept me going, even when I felt like a loser. Thanks again for another wonderful post.

By: @LeshasWorkshop

@LeshasWorkshop — Wed, 26 May 2010 05:49:21 +0000

I am unemployed through disability, and trying to get assistance, due to my illness. But despite wanting/needing state assistance (i.e the health care) I am trying to start my own small business gradually. Right now its a hobbyists income, and sometimes costs more than it pays, but it makes me feel valued – it builds my self esteem. So for the erstwhile vet posting above – sometimes you can volunteer at animal shelters. For all, anything you can do that is "work" that returns self worth to you while helping others is of great joy…..and purpose. wonderful post, lovey

By: @leyla_a

@leyla_a — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 06:08:05 +0000

Trust me, I know how you feel. I was laid off in October of '08! I've been trying to start my own thing but in the interim, I blog & learn as much as I possibly can. Here is my post on "Unemployment"
http://www.sundaymorningsoliloquy.com/2008/10/une...

By: amandalee

amandalee — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:59:06 +0000

I think you're super-brave to embark on something like this…and I'm glad you shared it with us. I'm a big fan of your work…you're doing great things. :-D

By: @TheLukas

@TheLukas — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 04:09:02 +0000

My thoughts exactly.
Unemployment is opportunity.
Especially in the world we live in now. As long as you have access to the internet… That helps.

I know i've learnt a hell of a lot about myself, and people in general, over the past few years of being unemployed, then self-employed. Stuff i'm not sure i'd ever have learnt had i just got a job straight away and done "the normal" thing. While not having money is obviously a bit lame, money isn't the most important thing ever.

I could go on, but i'll save my ramblings for another time.
:)

By: Georgia

Georgia — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 22:46:17 +0000

This was a very inspirational and insightful look at someone who is taking charge, and making a name for herself! Thanks for this post, was an awesome read.

By: Tally

Tally — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:27:58 +0000

Loved the post Miss! Thank you.
Some really good advice there.

All I can think of that I ever wanted to do when I was young was be a veterinarian, but that's not really something I am interested in perusing now (though I still love the heck out of animals!), so I will just have to find the right path for me.

I've been unemployed for 4 years now, doing the stay at home mommy thing. It is tough! I am very fortunate to have a great hubby who busts ass to take care of us, but it would be a lot easier if I could figure out what I want to do to help out with the income. I apply to jobs, but admit that I am very picky. I have 4 applications out now and have made followup calls to all, but it has gotten me nowhere. I freelance here & there if I can find it, but to be honest I just don't know what I want to do with my life yet.

At least I live in a fairly affordable state to be unemployed in. lol.

You keep on writing & I will keep reading!
ex oh ex oh
-A -A = A

By: Kim

Kim — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:11:00 +0000

This makes me wish I was still unemployed. I am thinking about building myself up as a freelancer in my "spare time" so that someday I can go back to working from home.

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By: matt

matt — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 08:02:56 +0000

Fuck it is fun to see someone else going through the same shit in a way and using it as a jumping off point to re/create life.