Comments on: Unemployment is not the end, it is a new beginning

By: Karmic Ally

Karmic Ally — Sat, 09 Jul 2016 14:41:39 +0000

In reply to Denise OBerry. You are so right, Denise. Being prepared is the key word. Sometimes we find more satisfaction in work that we never thought we would do and then it happens. Perhaps that is destiny's way of guiding us though I know from experience that it doesn't feel like that when we are going through the upheaval. A strong family support system is crucial to ride that wave. :)

By: Denise OBerry

Denise OBerry — Sat, 09 Jul 2016 12:17:36 +0000

This story will surely reach someone who needs to read it. There are so many people who have had the same experience as Ashley. One of the key take aways here is that doors close so others can open, but we have to be ready to walk through. Happy to see it has been a good change for him.

By: Karmic Ally

Karmic Ally — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 15:29:14 +0000

In reply to Roslyn Tanner Evans. Vital and critical skills to keep going as we navigate our way back to the safety of a shore, Roslyn. Thanks for sharing your tips.

By: Roslyn Tanner Evans

Roslyn Tanner Evans — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 14:33:58 +0000

There was a long period in my counselling career where I heard Ashley’s story over and over. The first time you lose your job and cannot find a new one immediately, it is a shock to your reality. I hate for anyone to experience this. It has become more commonplace in the past 10-20 years, not making it more pleasant but more prepared.
You say have hope & I know that is important. Creating a strong support system, anticipating the long haul so you are realistic and believing in yourself, following a day to day strategy, consistency. In many ways, using all your skills you applied to a job for yourself.
Tough being the mom. I know as I was both the professional and the mom.

By: Karmic Ally

Karmic Ally — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 04:16:39 +0000

In reply to Natasha Botkin. I wish your loved one much success in navigating those choppy waters. Please do share the post with them. Learning of a true story and how things can work out is more powerful than being told that things can work out, Natasha.

By: Karmic Ally

Karmic Ally — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 04:15:14 +0000

In reply to Reba Linker. Learning tough lessons early in life helps us build resilience for the later shocks that can happen, as they always do because nothing in life is written in stone, Reba. When the economic recession of 2008 affected India and a lot of younger professionals faced redundancy for the first time in their lives (this wasn't common in India), I think they learned a wise lesson for the future which will help them later in life. Their parents would not have been able to help much other than financial support and being there while their grownup children battled this Gremlin because their generation never experienced it. Tamuria's post is so important to show that possibilities exist even when it feels like the end of the world has come.

By: Tamuria

Tamuria — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 01:48:42 +0000

In reply to Natasha Botkin. I really hope Ashley's story helps your loved one, Natasha. I know this would make Ashley feel very happy too.

By: Tamuria

Tamuria — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 01:46:35 +0000

In reply to Reba Linker.

I also think it’s great Ashley followed his inner guidance, Reba, though I didn’t really appreciate this at the time as my main concern was taking away his hurt. I’ve always known adversity gives us the opportunity to grow and try to embrace this for myself – much harder when you watch your kids suffering. I am grateful he learned these tough lessons early in life and especially for the courage he has shown in being prepared to share his experiences to help others. Thank you for your kind words and good thoughts.

By: Natasha Botkin

Natasha Botkin — Thu, 07 Jul 2016 17:52:15 +0000

Thank you for this lovely blog. Someone near and dear to my heart is going through this as of right now. xoxo

By: Reba Linker

Reba Linker — Thu, 07 Jul 2016 17:48:31 +0000

I love hearing about the experience from both Ashley and Tamuria’s POV. I love Tamuria’s motherly love and advice, and I admire Ashley for following his own inner guidance bout what he needed or didn’t need to do, and learning a tough lesson at an early stage in his career. I wish Ashley continued success!

Thanks, Vatsala, for a great discussion!