30 days to the job you love - Day 7

With 200,000+ tech layoffs in 2023 and more being let go in early 2024, it is easy to get discouraged. Personally, I have many friends who were and are affected. For those whom I worked with, I am grateful that our paths crossed.

For 30 days, I will post a tip each day to encourage you and give you some suggestions on how to stay motivated during your job search.

Day 7

Once upon a time, there was a farmer who used his horse to farm his field. When the farmer's horse ran away, the villagers saw it as bad luck. But the farmer responded: "Maybe. Who knows?" Weeks later, the horse returned with a whole herd of horses. The village congratulated him, but he again said “Maybe. Who knows?” Later, when the farmer's son broke his leg while trying to tame one of the horses, the villagers saw it as bad luck once again. Just as he did before, the farmer replied “Maybe. Who knows?” But, when the army came marching through town and enlisting every able-bodied young man, the farmer's son was left alone because of his broken leg. The villagers then saw it as good luck. The farmer's response remained the same, "Maybe. Who knows?"
 
This story reminds us that we should not be quick to judge situations as good or bad luck. Sometimes, what appears to be bad luck can turn out to be good luck in the end, and vice versa. It's all about perspective.

When we lose our job, it's natural to feel like it's the end of the world. We question our own abilities and wonder if we'll ever find something as good or better. But what if I told you that losing your job could be the best thing that ever happened to you?

Many people I've spoken to have shared that losing their job was the push they needed to make a change and pursue their passions. Change can be scary, but it can also lead to beautiful things. Just like a parent facing the unknowns of pregnancy and raising a child, we can learn and grow from the challenges we face.

Dealing with a job loss is tough, but it can also make us stronger, braver, grittier, and wiser than ever before. Instead of dwelling on the past, let's ask ourselves, "what does this experience make possible?" The unknown can lead to wonderful adventures and opportunities for growth.

So, when you're struggling with a job loss or any other change in your life, remember that it's not the end. It's just the beginning of a new journey. Embrace the unknown and see where it takes you.

“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—

I took the one less traveled by,

And that has made all the difference.” – Robert Frost