No One Talks About the Anxiety.
From initial excitement and optimism to the harsh reality of dwindling savings, follow along as I share personal insights and practical advice for embracing the challenges of forging a new path
Leading up to leaving my job, I was so excited 🌟. I didn’t have a clear plan, but I had faith that I could figure it out. The day finally came, and as I left my job, I had so much optimism 😊. I was ready; my mom had a bit of apprehension, but I kept telling her, “Don’t worry, I got this.”
Fast forward a few months, and my bank account starts to go down—oh, no! 💸 At this point, I was waking up on some days with so much anxiety 😓. To make things worse, it was 2020, the year with a global pandemic. Good job, Liselle, you left your job to travel the world, and now your savings are going down just from the cost of living. I guess you didn’t have things figured out.
On the worst mornings, I would wake up upset with the world early before anyone else was up and check job boards to apply for roles I found. If I am being honest, I was applying for any roles, even the ones I knew I didn’t want. This was my way of trying to make myself feel better. I can say with certainty, it didn’t work.
When my friends would ask how I am doing, they automatically assumed I was good and that I was living the life. It couldn’t be further from the truth. The fact is, I became hyper-worried about money 💰. You see, when you stop getting a salary every month, you don’t realize that it was a blanket for you—a false reality comfort over the years that you took for granted.
The anxiety around finances was the worst for me. To say that I have some magic pill to stop it would be a lie. But it was only after I allowed myself to let go of it that I was truly able to think clearly 🌈. My advice to anyone would be to let the emotion happen but be mindful that the decisions you make in that state are at the point where you are not in your best mental capacity. So be sure to circle back on the things that happened in that moment and make sure it’s what you really want.
In conclusion, the post-job transition period can be more challenging than expected, and the anxiety that accompanies it often goes unspoken. While it may seem like an exciting adventure to others, the financial uncertainties can take a toll on mental well-being.
Acknowledging and addressing these feelings is crucial. Allow yourself to experience the emotions, but also be mindful of the impact they might have on your decision-making process. Only by navigating through these challenges can you truly assess your desires and make informed choices in a state of clarity.
Remember, the journey might not have a quick fix, but taking the time to understand and accept your emotions is a step towards finding your path and achieving peace of mind