Bummer. Just lost my job.

[Generic Brad]

19. I feel for you

The same thing happened to me last year after nearly 18 years moving up the ladder in a large company. I was six months shy of early retirement eligibility (which i was not contemplating) when I got the boot. After more than a decade of being a top performer a new senior crew came in and pushed me and a few other leaders out. I was wronged, humiliated and felt everything you are probably feeling.

But life goes on. 1000 miles away there was a place that was actively looking for someone with my background and skills. It is a match made in heaven for both of us. One year later I’m feeling safe again and am thriving in my new community. I just bought a house here this week.

And slowly the desire for revenge and justice have dissipated. I have let it go. The past is the past. Now I don’t know the specifics of your situation, but I can assure you it stings a lot less with time. It sucks when life abruptly changes and it is not your choice. Just know you are not alone at DU or in the physical world. So many of us have shared your struggle. I know it doesn’t feel like it now, but tomorrow is another day where you can create a new chapter in the story of your life.

Keep us posted on how you’re doing.