Is anyone actually sleeping normally with all of this going on? I’m almost at the point where I just want it to happen tomorrow, whether I’m laid off or not, just so I can move on. This whole situation is taking a toll on my mental health, and that’s starting to spill over into my physical health too. I’m sure I’m not the only one feeling this way.
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Part of me suspects that TGT leaked a few things to get people to resign due to the mental torment this environment is creating. Resignations = no severance expenses.
It's hard advice to take, but it's truly a "tomorrow you" or "next week you" problem. You can't take any burden off of that you by worrying about it today. Whether it be the stress of getting laid off or the stress that comes with others being impacted. Trust you are strong enough to deal with it when (or if) it happens.
Was there in 2015. It su-ked. This time around something I am doing differently is not taking any shame in thinking about it and I am talking about all of it with my partner. Your people will have your back no matter what. Hang in there!
@bn I really needed to hear this. Appreciate your kindness and encouragement.
I’m so sorry to hear that some of you are losing sleep about this. It is horrible wondering if every day I will wake up to the dreaded “8:30a private meeting” on my calendar. I would encourage you to just have faith. No matter what happens today or tomorrow we will over come. Not sure if any of you are believers but I have a peace in my heart. Whatever happens, I believe another opportunity will open up. Most companies begin hiring in Q1. If you have family, enjoy your family and a period of rest and start over. Hope for the best and believe it will happen.
I legit have been having dreams about getting laid off every night the past two weeks and waking up drenched in sweat. It’s horrible. It’s all I can think about. And I agree with you, I just want it to happen so it can be over and done with, regardless of the outcome. The waiting game is torture.
Good time to smart smoking weed (unless your new job will pi-s test you)
@OP I agree 100%. I am really struggling right now. I’ve put so much work into this company, I don’t want to be let go. I feel like this job market will set us up for homelessness if we can’t find work. People are getting denied from McDonald’s.