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You are way too pessimistic. It would help if you find ways to make yourself more optimistic, whether that's through a long break or exercise or nature or your
by kccqzy 1y ago
You are way too pessimistic. It would help if you find ways to make yourself more optimistic, whether that's through a long break or exercise or nature or your hobbies. I suggest starting with a long break.
> I’m 40.
If you think that's too old, no it's not. My manager is older than that when he got the current job.
> I struggle with networking, so I have no professional connections.
If you have coworkers you have professional connections.
> My savings can last about two year
That's not bad at all. Feel free to spend a half year to one year taking a break and the rest of the time preparing your next steps.
> I haven’t interviewed in years and get extremely anxious in interviews.
You need to be more confident in yourself. Interviewing is a skill that can be learned. Not being anxious also can be learned.
- octo888 1y agoI go through ups and downs of positivity - it's been a life-long struggle. I wish I could flip it on as easy as firing up the laptop! Obviously, right now, it's a bit of a difficult time... > You need to be more confident in yourself Again, I go through periods. Some days I look in the mirror and I think: you're going to smash it today. Others, I don't like to look in the mirror I referenced some health/body challenges - confidence is a big reason I want to work on those issues. > Not being anxious also can be learned For sure. Just need to work on that