Being without a job can really be depressing. As time passes by without having any luck with a job hunt, your sense of self-worth slips and you begin to question your ow capabilities. You might even forget all your accolades in the past and continue to sulk. This is apart from the challenges of keeping yourself or your family afloat given that an income stream (probably the sole one) cut off. Here are some tips on helping you cope and eventually come out of unemployment.

1. The most dangerous things one can feel being unemployed is the feeling of worthlessness. This can trigger deep depression. A person can get crazy and/or suicidal because of this. But this can be fought with doses of positive thinking and optimism.
2. It is normal to feel sad if you suddenly find yourself unemployed. Set a grieving period but as soon as it ends, think of only the now and the future. There’s much to be done and never let the past bog you down.
3. Don’t be a bum. A typical coping mechanism is just loafing on the couch, drinking brews and watching games and reruns of whatever program there is to watch. While you are missing out on possible job opportunities, you are also letting your health deteriorate.
4. Start a job hunt, now.
5. Just like when you’re starting out, job hunts do have some downtime in between interviews so try to do things that would lift up your spirits. Take on a hobby or some volunteer work. Exercise. Physical activity helps pump endorphines (happy chemicals) that would help you boost your morale.
6. If there is an issue with money, list down your financial assets - your cash, deposits, and investments - and make a budget for the tough month/s up ahead. If you will be short on paying the utility and other bills, ask your creditors for some help during this tough time.
7. These tough times will also be a test of your family’s integrity. Call for a family meeting with your spouse and older children. They probably will understand your plight and be willing to do their share to help out.
8. If you aren’t having any luck securing a stable long-term work, try exploring other options like consultancy and freelancing. There’s a lot of freelance work available. While it doesn’t present that long-term security, at least you’ll have something to tide you over for the time being.
9. Consider a career shift. The economy may have an effect on the viability of your field so why not try out other career paths. Who knows? Your current skill sets can be . Try consulting a career counselor for some precious advice.