My last day was 11/15, and I didn't realize how depressing being unemployed during the Holidays would be. Thanksgiving was awkward and sad, I am not looking forward to Christmas... it will just be absolutely depressing.
I feel for anyone who's last day is in December.
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I was RIF'd in September and used 2 months to connect with family out of state and get many things done around the house-and it felt great! Am interviewing now for a few positions and I know one of them will come through---move on past EH and look forward
Anthem is way better. Come to Anthem. It’s now called Elevance. A lot of old UHG peeps are here at Elevance. We love it because it’s different than UHG! Still problems as all insurance has but way better. I got let go after 18 yrs at Elevance.i cried one day. The. I said f it got angry and cleaned out my place. Keep in mind being let go means you have time to downsize your belongings and rest and spend time with friends and family. Being let go helped me ultimately find a better place. I feel sorry for people at UHG. They are all vaccinated that I know that are still there in Optum behavioral and not happy campers. So consider it a blessing. And remember all the holiday coverage for your coworkers? Not being employed means you can just rest knowing someone else has to deal with it. Praying you find work quick but at least enjoy resting until 01/01/25 then go look for job
I didn't get laid off like I had hoped, so I quit, just in time for the holidays. Yay me!
@OP+1vNt3FSm - All the emotions you are going through and will be going through our absolutely valid. I was abruptly RIF’d this year and it felt like my whole world crumbled BUT I have to tell: IT WILL GET BETTER! Get all of your severance pay, take time to brush up your resume and focus on how blessed you are to be pulled out of a very destructive & toxic environment. You will get through this and you will be much happier. I sure am!
EH leaders DO NOT care about their employees no matter how long you have been with the company or how hard you have worked to learn and grow.
A side note: I don’t mourn the loss of greedy CEO’s!
I read your post and is like I’m there with you. I got RIF’d the same day and still unable to do much. I know things will get better (eventually)
@OP...it's natural to be sad and mad, both are valid given the circumstances. Doing selfcare during this time may help you. You can also take advantage of your health care and seek out professional help too.
I was RIF'd and it was horrible. This was 5 months ago and this week I have a new job offer and feel like things are going to get back on track. But the abrupt nature of the RIF left me feeling untethered and sad for weeks. To the original poster: yes you have every right to feel down but hang in there - it will get better.
Again....all those people who "wish I get laid off" should read this post. I am so sorry to hear about this and hope things pick up for you soon.
@Op...I am so sorry! I sincerely wish you all the best. I hope you have friends and family to help you through the holiday season. I don't know you, but on a human level, I wish you all the best.