[pappydaddy]

I was "let go" at the beginning of June this year. Almost 5 years as a Supervisor, and a pretty good one at that. The details are too daunting to type here, maybe another time I will tell the whole story. I received a severance, then began receiving unemployment benefits. I am currently seeking employment, but honestly, I don't know if I could work a regular job if I had to. This whole episode threw me for a bipolar loop that was as bad as any I've ever experienced. I am still reeling and it's even worse because I have a wife and daughter relying on me.

Currently I feel unhireable. Physically I am damaged too much to do the things I used to be able to do, such as strenuous physical labor. Things like laboring masonry and such that I did with ease are out of the question, too many surgeries, too many injuries. I am left with only more blue collar jobs, which is not easy because I do not have a degree.

Guess I'm just venting. No idea what I'm going to do.

[seesaw]

I understand your feelings, pappy. I was let go at the beginning of July of this year and have been searching for work ever since. And the whole situation has reignited my PTSD as well as caused me to seek very far into depression, and I already struggled with depression very strongly.

I understand how it causes doubt in your ability to work, etc.

I hope something comes along for you soon. Unemployment ran out for me, it wasn't that much to begin with even though I was getting the max in my state.

I hope something comes along for both of us soon.

Seesaw

[Purple,Violet,Blue]

Very sorry to hear that.

Hey, remember bipolar is throwing you for a loop! I really feel that we suffer more than we should.

You were working, and you will work again! Probably something similar to what you were doing. Probably someone you know will help you!

I was laid off; I know how scary that is. Four people told me about the job I have now. It’s like the universe grabbed me and put me here.

Hang in there!!

[reb569]

Originally Posted by pappydaddy

I was "let go" at the beginning of June this year. Almost 5 years as a Supervisor, and a pretty good one at that. The details are too daunting to type here, maybe another time I will tell the whole story. I received a severance, then began receiving unemployment benefits. I am currently seeking employment, but honestly, I don't know if I could work a regular job if I had to. This whole episode threw me for a bipolar loop that was as bad as any I've ever experienced. I am still reeling and it's even worse because I have a wife and daughter relying on me.

Currently I feel unhireable. Physically I am damaged too much to do the things I used to be able to do, such as strenuous physical labor. Things like laboring masonry and such that I did with ease are out of the question, too many surgeries, too many injuries. I am left with only more blue collar jobs, which is not easy because I do not have a degree.

Guess I'm just venting. No idea what I'm going to do.

Have you thought of looking into training for a different type of career that wouldn't be as physically demanding? The department of labor may be able to help you find a program and figure out what type of field to re-train to.

[SparkySmart]

I was laid off on August 30. This was a real blow to my self-esteem, and it followed a 10-day psych hospitalization and 3-week leave of absence (yeah, it's hard not to connect the dots here, but whatEVER...the legal implications are enormous, but let's not go there). I'm unemployed and looking for work, too, but don't feel able to do full time -- unable to retain large amounts of information or concentrate -- so I'm collecting unemployment while I figure out who I want to be next. My greatest advantage is that I'm retirement age and therefore not desperate, and I ache for those of you whose circumstances are less favorable.

This is about YOU, of course, so I don't need to be talking about myself... anyway (cough) this has been a frightfully difficult year for me (but I should quit griping, I know), with two hospitalizations and now having to interview without inspiration. I'm egotistical enough to want a position of respect, but I'm bored with trying to impress. My bipolarity is nipping at my heels and threatening to devour me.

I DO wish for you a future of prosperity and stability and hope you'll keep us informed.

[pappydaddy]

Thank you all for the replies. I am experienced enough to realize my situation is not unique, maybe the details and dynamics are different, but the overall picture is very similar. The noose tightens, tunnel vision becomes even more restricted, and there does not seem to be a positive answer.

Seesaw, much like you, I am making the max (I believe) but it still isn't much. Bills are getting way behind, medicines are long gone, positivity is long vacant.

[pappydaddy]

I already replied to this once but I have no idea where it went. Apparently I used the "Post Quick Reply" box at the bottom instead of the little "Post Reply" button. Could someone tell me where in the hell the reply goes when I use the "Post Quick Reply" box at the bottom?

Thanks.

[hvert]

I usually use 'post quick reply' and it goes on the thread. Think there must have been a glitch because what you did should have worked.

I'm sorry you got laid off after five years, that really sucks.

[Teddy Bear]

I hope you find something you can do