What To Do When "Spinning"

Frustration while job searching may happen often. We all get frustrated at times; some of us more than others. When you are job searching the littlest things can add tension to an already tense time. In addition, many people try to process what type of job they want or could do. If you think too much on this subject, you could start "Spinning." Spinning or swirling is when you feel like you are moving from idea to idea on what to do or where to do it. This back and forth will eventually cause you to spin out of control.

Spinning out of control is never a good feeling. If you find yourself doing this, take some time to target what the top 2 or 3 "pain points" are. Pain points are the things that you cannot figure out how to handle. These may be financial (no income = not being able to make payment) or it may be pressure to relocate or it may be your health. Whatever they are these "pain points" are creating much of the frustration. Pick 1 of them at a time and work on it. If you don't take care of it, it will eventually take care of you. Fix one at a time.

Additionally take some time off from your job search. Don't go do things that will add to your situation (like shopping or spending $$ or running away). Schedule regular breaks where you take a hike, visit a site or museum or do something you don't normally do. Get you mind working in another direction. It will give you a break and may help fix a problem.

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Jeff