This blog is rooted in a desire to be authentically vulnerable, honest and encouraging. The hope is for its words and stories to remind you that, no matter what you're facing, you're not alone.
“Your position has been eliminated". I first heard those words 7 years ago and I most recently heard them again several weeks ago. I’ve written before about the difficulties of my layoff at 23 years old and while I’m in a different place now at 30, I have felt a lot of the same raw... Continue Reading →
Exactly six years ago today, on Monday, April 18, 2016… I walked into an office and was laid off from my first job out of college. Due to changes in clients and the resulting financial impacts on the company, several employees were affected. “Your position has been eliminated,” the head of HR said. You can... Continue Reading →
It’s been two years since I’ve posted on this blog. Why the long hiatus? It wasn't intentional at first, but as time passed, I knew I needed to give myself a break. And to be honest, I’m glad I did. The purpose of this blog was (and is) to share the ups and downs of... Continue Reading →
I was supposed to start a new job yesterday. In November, I accepted a job as a graphic designer at a small marketing agency that works with nonprofit and social impact clients. I've been trying to move into a creative position for over 2 years, and it seemed as though I finally got my break... Continue Reading →
At 23 years old, I was laid off from my first job out of college. We don't realize how much of our identity is wrapped up in our jobs until you no longer have that as part of your identity. I don't know how many times I had to watch people's uncomfortable reactions when I answered, "Well,... Continue Reading →
Last week, I arrived back home in Chicago. For those that don't know, I decided to take about a month to travel after being suddenly laid off (here's my original post). There's a lot I can and hopefully will write about but the following story is something I need to share now. I had signed... Continue Reading →
I wanted to write a post revealing the raw emotions, thoughts and moments of the first few weeks of being laid off. Looking back, I was in shock for the first week. I was emotional, yes, but I was mostly in shock. After a friend told me on the second night that I hadn't started grieving yet,... Continue Reading →
Yesterday will be one of those days I remember for the rest of my life. My day began with me waking up early (which most of you know is rare for a night owl like myself) to read some verses, journal and go for a run. It was a beautiful day outside and I enjoyed my commute... Continue Reading →
No one tells you that you'll end up crying on the floor of your apartment because you're overwhelmed and frustrated at setting up your own Internet. No one tells you that you will make purchases based on when rent is due. Or when you get your next paycheck. No one tells you that you will... Continue Reading →
You're sitting at a stoplight, waiting for the light to turn green. Cars are whizzing by in an almost continuous cycle, one after another. This is how I am currently feeling. Like many of my fellow senior (and especially jobless) friends, I have begun to feel that I am behind. Delayed. Waiting. While everyone else around us... Continue Reading →
The Beauty In Our Brokenness 