Well-being After Redundancy
A guide to ways to boost your well-being after redundancy
The COVID-19 pandemic took a negative toll on economies worldwide. In the United States, business shutdowns and closures led to more than 20 million lost jobs, resulting in unemployment levels comparable to those of the Great Depression of the 1930s. If you were made redundant during this time, you definitely aren’t alone. Like many others, you may be looking for ways to boost your well-being after redundancy.
Even if you know that others are in your shoes, losing your job is tough. You might feel like your confidence has taken a hit, for example, and be worried about your finances. However, there are things you can look at to boost your well-being after redundancy.
Create a positive environment at home.
You are likely to spend more time at home than usual following the loss of your job and due to COVID safety precautions. Clear out the bad energy associated with this period. Clean your home from top to bottom, eliminate negative vibes with sage, and organize your belongings to eliminate clutter. Clutter makes it tough to concentrate and you want to be able to focus on those tasks that will allow for a brighter future, like searching for a new job.
Exercise on a regular basis to improve mental and physical health.
While you’re in between jobs, you will have more spare time on your hands. Use it to exercise. Exercise has physical health benefits and also improves your mood, making you feel more relaxed and alleviating stress, anxiety, and depression. It’s critical to safeguard your mental health during this time as job loss can often lead to depression. Find a mode of exercise you truly enjoy doing to stay motivated, whether it’s boxing or Zumba.
Cook at home for healthier eating and to save money.
You can also make the most of your free time by cooking more frequently at home. According to Harvard, home-cooked meals are good for your health. DIY dishes use fresh ingredients and don’t have as much extra fat and sugar as ready-made meals. Additionally, eating at home tends to be cheaper than takeout or delivery. If you’re worried about money after losing your job, this is another way to save. Watch our interview with chef Hulya Erdal for more ideas here.
Try online learning for fun and to beef up your resume.
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many industries and resulted in large-scale downsizing in some cases. If you’re having trouble finding work in your field, you might want to consider alternative career paths. A career coach can help you explore your options.
If you do want to make a shift, you’ll likely need to pick up some new skills. Moodle courses offer cost-efficient ways to gain knowledge from the comfort of your own home. From foreign languages to website coding, there are courses for pretty much everything.
Tap into the power of your support network
You may be embarrassed about your job loss and want to hide away. This will only worsen matters. Social isolation can contribute to mental health ailments like depression. Again, make the most out of your newfound free time. Make an effort to see friends and family, even if it’s just via video chat. Networking with old coworkers or professional contacts is also a great way to learn about potential job opportunities.
Job loss can be scary but it can also be the opportunity for a fresh start. For the guidance you need, book one-to-one coaching today.
Cheryl Conklin
Cheryl Conklin takes writing and tutoring seriously. From her travels and experiences, Wellness Central was born with the goal of instilling the mindset of physical and mental wellbeing to various audiences. She only wishes to be able to share her many inspirations from her escapades.
