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In reply to the discussion: I was just let go from my job two days ago. Awesome. [View all]Aussie105
(7,732 posts)30. Actually I was fired twice from jobs in my lifetime.
At the age of 16, I worked on the back of a garbage truck manual handling rubbish.
At 17, drove taxis.
Both temporary holiday jobs, so no great loss.
Worked the next job for 40 years. At times I hoped something would trigger me being free from it. From about 50 onwards, I think.
Never worked up the courage to walk away, not until ill health at 63 decided for me.
Never felt freer in my life.
Sometimes things happen for a reason, one door closes, another opens, etc.
51 isn't too young to declare yourself officially retired, if finances allow.
If not, good luck on the job hunting.
You have skills and experience on your side.
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Volaris
Feb 2022
#23
OP here: Thank you EVERYONE for all the positive words, suggestions and thoughts!
Hong Kong Cavalier
Feb 2022
#24
My brother had something similar happen to him a few years ago when the grocery
cstanleytech
Feb 2022
#35
Damn, so sorry to hear this......good luck finding a better one, AND one you'll enjoy.
a kennedy
Feb 2022
#42
I lost my longtime job at the same age and it was the best thing that happened to me
kimbutgar
Feb 2022
#45
