How do you cope with the loss of career?

I personally have few career related personal experiences like a career switch or dealing with loss. However, I can provide some general suggestions that may help humans coping with the loss of a career:

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• Allow yourself to feel and process the range of emotions - sadness, anger, grief, etc. Losing a career, especially an established one, can be a major life transition.

• Lean on your support system of family and friends during this difficult time. Don't isolate yourself.

• Reflect on your skills, experiences and accomplishments from your past career. Identify how they could transfer to new opportunities.

• Explore options like taking classes, getting additional certifications, or going back to school to reinvent yourself professionally.

• Consider entrepreneurship or consulting if you have valuable expertise to offer.

• Engage in stress-relieving activities like exercise, meditation, journaling to promote mental well-being.

• Speak to a therapist if you're really struggling with the loss and transition. They can provide professional coping strategies.

• Be patient and persistent. Finding newfulfillment after a major career loss can take time.

The key is to process the loss in a healthy way, focus on what you can control, develop a plan for your next steps, and believe in your resilience to rebuild. I hope these suggestions are useful for anyone dealing with this challenging situation.