Has anyone ever noticed that women have really been the strong ones in relationships, careers and appear to be the head of households? When did the world shift into this life?
The economy is horrible and the job market is less than adequate. I am a strong woman but I need to share this story since I feel as if I am breaking down. I recently found out that under the new Obama Plan, he is going to restructure to government and get rid of several government agencies that he deems as wasteful. It appears that I will be out of a job soon.
I fell into panic mode, I am a woman that has built an empire and I will soon be one of the hundreds of thousands collecting unemployment. Survival mode kicks in and I am desperately seeking other employment. I own a home, have a great puppy dog and even established a new life and worked very hard to get here. This will all be lost soon.
My next strategy is trying to find out where there is stability in a job and where I can apply to feel that I have some sort of control over the downfall of the economy. I hate not feeling in control of my life.
My thought process says military. Job security. I am 32 years old and spent 8 years in the Army with an end of service date of 09/2002. I have been out of the structured life for 7 years already. Should I go back? I will have medical benefits, a new GI Bill (school money) and a secure position. The downfall: War. My chances are 100% to be sent to Iraq of Afghanistan.
What choices do we have? Who wins with the survival of the fittest? How are you dealing with the failing economy? Loss of jobs and health care benefits?
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Do you mind if I ask which govt. agency you work for that is about to be dismantled? I'm wondering if there's another similar agency you could apply to. There are other professions/areas that are showing stability even in this market, such as healthcare, that you might want to add as one of your options in addition to the military. Are there other areas that you might be interested in, such as nursing or teaching that would offer more stability? I'm glad you spoke up about this -- we're here to help brainstorm!!
August 17, 2009 - 10:21pmThis Comment
Miscortes,
The first thing I'd tell you to do is to hang in there and see where things go with the actual health care bills. A plan is one thing. But in order to get any sort of health care accomplished, both the House and the Senate will argue over every point of the bills, and then they'll have to compromise in order to get something passed. It wouldn't be the first time that a bill that's passed is different from the one that is proposed, and it sure won't be the last. I am sure that there are many people who, just like you, would be affected by some part of the bill, and who are worried -- or excited -- in some way that may change before we get an actual bill.
In the meantime, call or write your congressional office! That's what they are there for! They need to hear from people like you with specific worries and concerns in order to take care of you when they're actually doing their work! Are there any town hall meetings this month where you live?
Strong women don't whine -- they share, just like you are doing. They find options. They cry, and then they move on. They band together and change things. Hang in there, and don't make any decisions while you're feeling this way. It's good to plan, but high stress is anxiety-producing and detrimental to any real progress. Breathe, wait, listen, and weigh things as you can.
August 17, 2009 - 10:36amThis Comment