It's Not You!
It's Not You! This year, I’ve met so many people who have faced the harsh reality of layoffs. Whether it’s due to restructuring, budget cuts, or economic shifts, the experience of being laid off can feel surreal. Having been laid off three times myself during my career, I understand how this journey unfolds—first, you go into auto-pilot, then the wave of emotions hits. When you spend over forty hours a week with co-workers, they become more than just colleagues—they’re a part of your daily life. Losing that connection can feel like separation anxiety. Initially, you may think you’ll stay in touch, and sometimes you do. But more often, the calls and messages dwindle, and instead, you find them checking your LinkedIn profile to see where you’ve landed next. It’s not personal; it’s just how things go. One of the hardest parts is internalizing the “why.” When a company decides who is impacted, it’s important to remember: that it’s not your fault . You didn’t do anything wrong. Yet,
