Searching for a new job can be a full-time job, It's a thankless, tiring -- and, yes, depressing task. Searching for roles, filling out applications, networking, tailoring endless versions of your resume to each potential job, interviewing, handling rejections the entire process can be so overwhelming and can leave you feeling unwanted, dejected and sad.
It's understandable; with the loss of a job, many people feel like they've lost control. And, in many cases, they've lost something that they loved, that gave them some fulfillment and purpose, and that can interfere with self-esteem and confidence. Searching for a job is also a very solitary process, so on top of that, there's the potential for isolation.
Be patient
Staying emotionally healthy during such a turbulent time requires patience, positivity and stamina, Cavanaugh says.
First and foremost, to have patience with the process and make sure your expectations are realistic. Your entire professional life right now is focused on finding a new job, but the recruiters, hiring managers, people in your network. They aren't on the same timeline you are. Try to strike the balance between timely follow-up and constant pestering, because you can risk alienating people.
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