The energy industry is getting hit hard by a simple function of supply and demand. Unfortunately it was the doing of the North American oil and gas explorer that drove innovation & technology that ironically has placed us where we are at today.
Devon's IT organization is challenged more than others and needs to adjust to the changing times. No one ever said leading is easy and in these time of uncertainty it's the hardest. Tough decisions must be made at all levels of leadership to ensure the company maintains its existence. Alan and Ben had to make a very difficult decision letting people go and I am sure they lost stressed about every single person.
At the end of the day each person has the ability to influence their own direction in life. Their attitude and outlook will determine how successful they end up being. Don't sweat the small stuff. There are many bigger problems in life.