Been out of work for months. I’m trying to stay positive and pretend I’m fine to my family, but seeing them go off to school the sitting alone is so difficult today. I know I’m a good creative, but I just don’t feel like I’m ever going to get back in. Anxiety is waking me up at night. This sucks and is a constant mental battle.

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You will get through this!!! You’ve clawed your way up to ACD, you’ll definitely be able to get back in again. Don’t stress yourself out more by being too hard on yourself and try to enjoy the time you have with your family. Hang in there.

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Also, if you are at the point where you need cash to support yourself and family, there are plenty of creatives looking for paid mentorship/tutoring.

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If you think you are good I bet that means you are really great. Just keep taking little actions each day that could lead to your next role. Little steps add up and they build momentum. They also keep you busy. And know that this is temporary.

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Agree with all the comments. Try to split your day into productive job search a few times a week, exercise, house things, reading or doing something you enjoy and just enjoying this patch. Whatever you do, do not job search 14 hours a day it will exhaust and discourage you.

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