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I’m out of a job after issues at the schools I worked for. Is it my fault?
It feels as if your work and your identity are fused. You’ll get through this, but you may have to use this time to consider other careers
TL;DR
- Self-blame is a common coping mechanism when feeling out of control, especially after intense career setbacks.
- Institutional failures, lack of support during bereavement, and bullying can lead to job issues, not necessarily personal fault.
- A strong fusion of work and identity can make job loss feel like losing a part of oneself.
- Past relational patterns and authority figure failures might be replayed in difficult work settings.
- Loss of a parent can intensify feelings of abandonment and institutional failure.
- Discerning between income loss and the loss of routine or self-identity is crucial.
- A fulfilling life outside of work can provide stability during job transitions.
- Periods of confusion and job loss can be opportunities for significant personal growth and career re-evaluation.