Sigh… I really miss my childhood days… These 10 years feel so quick that I feel so overwhelmed and I really hope I can go back to 10 years ago and make amendments to my life. Adulting is just tiring…
I have been thru alot of job interviews, from big companies to small but no one seems to want me to the point I feel I am unwanted and no where in this world actually wants me or need me… I took a career break ( pretty long) after graduation to heal mentally. Although I rested well, but I wasnt much healed due to anxiety from not having a job and comparison with my friends who have a job and has been even working for a year. I feel ashamed having no job and now that I want to step foot into the workforce, no one seems to want me… I am not asking for much salary, distance doesnt matter as well but it seems like no one wants me and I feel like I am lagging behind… I dont want to think i am a failure but sometimes i cant help but to feel hopeless and useless. I am not a positive person to begin with and job search makes it much more difficult for me… I applied for a few “dream job” but all rejected me even without asking for interview. Those that as me for interview, none offered me and those are big companies who claim they r hiring multiple candidates, making me feel worse as competition really high and I cant help but feel really bad about myself. I thought my interview was good and I was confident but for some reason i am not selected. I thought it will be easier for me to find job as a degree student, not asking for high salary, willing to travel etc but I cant help but to feel my career break is a barrier and not other factors and now I am on the verge of giving up… I really want to work but it seems like there is no where in this world that wants me though… How should I feel better?
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have you considered working overseas?
Nope cuz it is not cheap and i cannot afford overseas plus i haven been working. If I had done a job (be it contract or Part-Time) during the long break (which I regretted not doing), I would have considered overseas. And my fam is here, I dont want to leave them.
I would say keep your mind open when applying for jobs.
some things you can do right now:
- subscribe to the telegram for ‘WSG jobs and career advice’
- check out skillsfuture portal
- start a LinkedIn account and start networking
Hi @anonymous376,
Thank you for sharing what you’ve been going through. Job hunting after a career break is incredibly challenging, and it’s perfectly normal to feel disheartened by the process. It sounds like you’ve faced a lot of rejection, and that can take a toll on anyone’s self-esteem, especially when you’re doing your best to find a job that suits you.
You’ve shown a lot of courage by continuing to apply for jobs despite these setbacks. I can understand why it feels like your courage is waning, and that’s okay. It’s important to remember that this process doesn’t define you; it’s a test of your perseverance, and you’ve already proven that you’re capable of pushing through difficult times.
It’s also understandable that you might feel like you’re not measuring up to your peers, especially when comparing yourself to others who seem to be moving forward. But rather than focusing on how you stack up against others, I encourage you to take a step back and recognize the progress you’ve made. You’ve already come so far, and the fact that you’re still trying, despite how difficult it’s been, is a testament to your strength.
Sometimes, it’s easy to lose sight of your own progress when the world around you feels overwhelming. But being kind to yourself during these moments is just as important as striving for improvement. It’s okay to acknowledge that this is a tough time and to give yourself permission to feel frustrated and tired.
Please know that you’re not alone in feeling this way, and it’s okay to reach out for support when you need it. Whether it’s talking to a friend, a counselor, or someone else you trust, sometimes sharing the burden can make it a little easier to bear.
Take care of yourself, and remember that you have already shown incredible strength just by continuing to move forward. You’ve got this, and whatever happens, know that you’re doing the best you can.
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