Missing those unemployed days, especially in this monsoon season when I used to enjoy tea or coffee while watching the rain.

I know some people might judge me, but honestly, those were beautiful days. I had the time and space to focus on myself, grow, and reflect.

Yes, there were moments of anxiety and self-doubt—especially when I saw my friends working while I was still figuring things out. But with consistent effort, patience, and belief, I eventually found an opportunity.

Now that I'm working and busier than ever, I find myself missing those peaceful moments.

To anyone who’s currently unemployed or facing a layoff: use this time wisely. Work on yourself, embrace the small joys, and don’t lose hope. Trust me, this phase is not the end—it’s a chance to reset and rise. It’s worth it.

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JazzyKoala
JazzyKoala
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SillyRaccoon
SillyRaccoon

Perfect

QuirkyBurrito
QuirkyBurrito
TCS3mo

Hey man. Is ibm a difficult place to get into? Some people were praising a dude in lift who switched to ibm. Never heard of someone's experience at ibm. Would love to hear from you.

BouncyLlama
BouncyLlama

Sometimes a pause isn't a pause but a reset.

Wise words!!

GoofyNugget
GoofyNugget

Brother can we exchange places. Happy to be employed rather than drown in self harm and anxiety

ZippyBanana
ZippyBanana

I second that, I'd rather be stuck in a 9-5 than drown in uncertainty

DizzyTaco
DizzyTaco
TCS3mo

For each and everyone , the other end seems to be green. Coz I also feel the same as the author

BubblySushi
BubblySushi

Resigned my job 3 months back due to some personal matters with no savings at all. Learned to swim at 30. Went to gym regularly and lost 5kg. Improved my hip mobility. Watched lot of movies. Learned to cook many things. Started running. I haven’t been this much content in my life since my college days. Now I’m broke but I’m happy I took this decision. I will make money Iater but I won’t be young again.

GigglyMochi
GigglyMochi
Visa3mo

Not related but how has your swimming journey been and how long did it take to learn ? I've been planning for quite a bit now but always gets postponed.

SwirlyBoba
SwirlyBoba

Thank you for sharing. I think we need to come out of this do anything for a job mindset.

SleepyRaccoon
SleepyRaccoon

Aadmi kabhi khush hi ho sakta.

You only have this moment with you. Everything else is just in your mind.

CosmicWalrus
CosmicWalrus

How good in BlackRock in terms of paisa and wlb?

FloatingPenguin
FloatingPenguin
TCS3mo

I feel worried when my son looks at me..

SnoozyPanda
SnoozyPanda

Everythings gonna be alright.

DerpyWaffle
DerpyWaffle

Going through this phase rn

ZestyMarshmallow
ZestyMarshmallow

Me too 😅

SillyMarshmallow
SillyMarshmallow

Truly the best days to grow oneself. I'm not really unemployed. On unpaid leave due to medical issues. Though I feel good, I don't like rushing to resume work. Taking the necessary time to recover and build a healthy routine

WigglyBoba
WigglyBoba

never seen someone romanticise unemployment, that’s new

FloatingPenguin
FloatingPenguin

I spent 3 yrs without job intentionally. I enjoyed it. But whole world looks like you’re some war time criminal.

SwirlyNarwhal
SwirlyNarwhal
Aqua3mo

Bro how to managed the gap of 3 yrs?
btw I am currently having a gap of 3 yrs frm my grad. And looking for a job

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