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Finding Hope After Losing My Job: Coping with Unforeseen Changes

In summary, Tiffany lost her job due to budget cuts. She is stressed about her finances and her future. She is encouraged by others who have gone through a similar experience and reminds herself that everything will work out in the end.
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I just lost my job. It had nothing to do w/my performance. My position is no longer necessary.
I am so upset right now.
I'm stressing. I haven't really digested everything. I'm scared about finances. We were going to close on a house next Tuesday, but now we can't. I'm just so sad right now. I know that whenever God closes a door that he also opens a window. I hope I find that window soon.

Thanks for taking the time to read this.
 
thinking of ouHang in there Tiffany. *hugs*

Could PC fill in some of the missing finances???
 
So sorry Tiffany. I have lost my job more than once and every time it seems like the end of the world...until a better situation comes along!

An advantage of being laid off is that you can go to your former employers for a reference. Please ask them to write a reference letter for you, stating that the layoff has nothing to do with your performance, and that they recommend you highly. It will help you in your search.

Keep your eyes, mind, and heart open....
 
Hi Tiffany!
I have been in your shoes several years back. Don't give up and remember when God closes one door, He opens a window. So keep strong and know that everything will work out. I will be praying for you, that God will give you wisdom in the days to come. :) :)
 
Hi Tiffany - Keep your chin up! I know it might look bleak right now, but there's a reason for this & you'll learn what it is soon! I'll keep you in my prayers!
 
Tiffany I'm so sorry to hear about your job. You're allowed to be upset, so let it all out. Then look for the new and better that God is trying to show you.
 
I'm so sorry Tiffany. I know it probaby doesn't help, but I know exactly how you feel. I lost my job of 15 years almost 7 years ago. It was not completely unexpected, but very sad and depressing at the time. It takes a while to get over it, but you will be stronger for it. I had a mix of feelings because there was relief of not working for the co. anymore - it had become very stressful. Then there was the fear of not finding another job.

Be sure to tell everyone you know about your job loss. Most people find a new job through someone they know. That's how I got mine. A good friend at church referred me to the co. I work for now. When she told me about it I thought it was too good to be true, but it wasn't. I'm so much happier at my new job.

Just be prepared for many emotions and just believe there is a reason for everything. You just don't know what God's plan is yet.

Best of luck!
 
Hang in there! I know that these are just words and can't make your situation better (just your outlook!), but I've always switched it around...God doesn't close a door and open a window...He closes a window and OPENS A DOOR. Find the best door for you and walk on through it! Good luck and let us know how you're doing. :) We'll be thinking about you and praying you and your family through in the meantime.
 

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