I've been in that loneliness before, and don't want anyone to have to suffer it. One thing we can do to help is have each other's backs by providing references

I've been in that loneliness before, and don't want anyone to have to suffer it. One thing we can do to help is have each other's backs by providing references. I've made it clear to colleagues who get laid off that I don't care what the corporate policy says: I'll give you a reference. It's a moral duty.