Anybody else that got laid off face serious depression and imposter syndrome? I was laid off 4 months ago, and it has taken a serious toll on my mental health and belief in myself. I largely feel ignored or unheard (no, it’s not because I have a low voice) and even when I come up with a good plan or coordinate things to work more efficiently, someone else upends it and I just feel empty in all aspects of life. Anyone have tips to gain that confidence back?

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I absolutely relate to this and I am sorry you are experiencing this. Too often we place our personal value on our careers. #1 get some professional help. Nobody needs to know what you are up to, unless you want to share.
I was out of work for 5 months and was severely depressed.
I volunteered with charities that needed help. There are charities that need professional experience though have no budget for it. These are great opportunities to keep your skills sharp through your offering them a few hours of your expertise per week and still allow time to job hunt. Sometimes these lead to employment because you have already become part of the "team" and you are who they already know. Mentally, this was remarkably healing for me. I also suggest doing anything physical and adding music or podcasts to listen to while being active. Good luck I hope things improve quickly.
I will close with one statement from depression therapists. "Don't make a permanent decision about a temporary problem."

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I’m so sorry you experienced this. I definitely recommend:

*finding a new therapist. Changing your thought patterns takes time and professional guidance will be helpful

*finding new areas of joy and skill

*detaching yourself from work as a source of self esteem and identity

*trying voice lessons. Singing feels good, and learning how to reclaim your voice (literally and figuratively) is empowering.

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