Hello, fellow unemployed folks :D. How are you spending your time now, apart from job applying? I haven't had a job for 2 months now, and I'm literally clueless about what to do with my time because I haven't been unemployed since 19 ... I'm 32 now. I'm over being hellbent that I need to find a job ASAP, and just letting things happen at their own speed because I was getting stressed beyond control, and it wasn't going to work out. Do any of you have a new routine you made for yourself? Share!

It’s been weird adjusting to all this free time. After the initial panic and nonstop job applications, I realized I needed to slow down for my own sanity too. Now, I’m trying to build a bit of a routine so I start my mornings with a walk or a workout (helps clear my head), then I set aside a couple of hours for job stuff, but after that I let myself do things I never had time for before. I’ve picked up reading again, started cooking more, and even tried out a few online courses just to keep my brain busy. Some days are better than others, but having a loose structure helps. Would love to hear what others are doing too. Thanks for sharing this because it’s nice to know we’re not alone in this!

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It’s so important to have a consistent workout routine. It gives structure to your days, helps with mental health, and gives you something to do other than endlessly applying for jobs.

I would also recommend going for evening walks with friends and family. Make sure you’re getting a healthy mix of physical and social activity in addition to applying for jobs.

Trying to get a side business up and running, certification courses, trying to make the most of the time, but really would rather have a regularly scheduled job to go to. The point of the side business too, is to have something to fall back on if I find myself in this situation again.

I spend all of my time either freelancing, doing food deliveries, or applying for jobs. I have to keep myself busy so I don't stress out. If I have too much downtime, I start going a little stir-crazy.

Establishing a routine is so important after being laid off.
My routine consists of organizing my job alerts and spending couple hours applying. I also spend an hour on LinkedIn looking for new connections and contributing to posts.
It's also important to learn new things. On Tuesdays and Thursdays I dedicate time to learning new skills.
Don't cram all this into 8 hours. It's more like 5 hours so I can do things around the house or escape if I need to.
Most important, definitely squeeze in time for self-care. Whether it's a moment to breathe or get outside. You gotta stay mentally and physically healthy during this transition.

I got to the gym thst takes up sbout three hours of my day .420 no drinking