I’ve been battling my diseased thinking over the course of a 16 month job search. I have moments of clarity where I truly believe in myself but more times I am my worst critic.

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It’s great that you share about how you feel. Keep putting yourself out there and being honest with fellow addicts about how you’re feeling, and you’ll be just fine.

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Yep, that’s what I’ve been taught!

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Amen. I’ve come to realize that I will always flip flop between those mindsets regardless of my role and position. There’s some comfort in understanding it’s just how I am and can better regulate my reaction to those feelings as they arise.

I wish you luck in your job search and that “stinking thinking.” Reach out if you need an ear. We don’t do advertising alone. :)

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DM me. Let’s talk :)

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