“Of all the liars
in the world,
sometimes the worst are
your own fears.”
Rudyard Kipling
Your own FEARS play such a big part in your life especially while traveling on the familiar unemployed path.
I once heard fear is "False evidence appearing real." We are experts at telling ourselves we will never find another job, my family hates me because I am unemployed, I am a failure, etc… In reality none of these fears are true.
Let’s stop here and take a deep breath. Close your eyes and say out loud, "I am safe and opportunities are popping up all the time.”
Reassuring ourselves we are safe and something will happen are our magic keys for feeling okay and giving ourselves the motivation to continue riding the waves of this journey.
What could you do differently today so the creative juices keep flowing and new opportunities are surfacing?
Take a moment before jumping into any new action and think about your past experiences. What worked and what didn’t?
Little exercise you can do:
• List 5 actions you took that worked.
• List 5 actions you took that did not work.
• Review both lists.
• Pick the most successful action step.
• Chose the the most disastrous one.
• Create an action step that takes into consideration both the successful and disastrous ones.
Doing this exercise you will realize what steps worked and which didn’t. Then you can move forward and create an action steps taking both aspects into consideration.
Please share with the Love Yourself – It Matters Community your most successful and disastrous action steps. We can learn from each other.
Remember to play our little game. Wednesday is a day for Miracle Awareness. During the day look for miracles, write them down and say them out loud.
It is very lonely being out here alone and would like to hear what is going on in your life. I am looking forward to hearing from you.
Helen
Showing posts with label finding a job. Show all posts
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Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Dancing for the Unemployed
“If you can walk
You can dance.
If you can talk
You can sing.”
Zimbabwean Proverb
Okay, is everyone ready to have a little fun?
Here we go:
• Blast music from your iPOD or radio, etc.
• Put that smile on your face.
• Dance around your house.
No excuses, just let yourself go and have a good time!
Is your energy pumping and do you feel alive?
Now it is time to take some water and relax.
Every once and awhile we need to just have fun. Everyday is filled with looking for a job or just sitting around and worrying. You deserve time off to forget for a short time and have some fun.
In January of 2008, my husband had a massive heart attack and past away. At first I was in denial and waiting for him to come home from a business trip. As time went on realization set in and I felt guilty when having a good time.
One day writing on my blog, I realized I was hurting myself by feeling guilty about having a good time. What would be accomplished?
With this realization I put on some music and started to dance around the house. Instantly, I felt better and started to view life in a different way.
Even though your circumstances are different it is up to you to change your thinking. We are human beings and have a special gift to instantly change our behaviors.
Let's start by taking small steps
Remember...Monday was Smile Day. What experiences did you have while smiling and having contact with different people you met?
Tuesday is Dance Day. Your job is to spend time dancing today and having fun.
Let’s make a promise to each other we will take time each day to lighten our world by practicing smiling on Monday and dancing on Tuesday.
I am look forward to hearing about your new attitude that emerged while you were dancing around your house.
Helen
You can dance.
If you can talk
You can sing.”
Zimbabwean Proverb
Okay, is everyone ready to have a little fun?
Here we go:
• Blast music from your iPOD or radio, etc.
• Put that smile on your face.
• Dance around your house.
No excuses, just let yourself go and have a good time!
Is your energy pumping and do you feel alive?
Now it is time to take some water and relax.
Every once and awhile we need to just have fun. Everyday is filled with looking for a job or just sitting around and worrying. You deserve time off to forget for a short time and have some fun.
In January of 2008, my husband had a massive heart attack and past away. At first I was in denial and waiting for him to come home from a business trip. As time went on realization set in and I felt guilty when having a good time.
One day writing on my blog, I realized I was hurting myself by feeling guilty about having a good time. What would be accomplished?
With this realization I put on some music and started to dance around the house. Instantly, I felt better and started to view life in a different way.
Even though your circumstances are different it is up to you to change your thinking. We are human beings and have a special gift to instantly change our behaviors.
Let's start by taking small steps
Remember...Monday was Smile Day. What experiences did you have while smiling and having contact with different people you met?
Tuesday is Dance Day. Your job is to spend time dancing today and having fun.
Let’s make a promise to each other we will take time each day to lighten our world by practicing smiling on Monday and dancing on Tuesday.
I am look forward to hearing about your new attitude that emerged while you were dancing around your house.
Helen
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Happy Moments for the Unemployed
“If you want to be happy,
set yourself a goal
that commands your thoughts,
liberates your energy,
and inspires your hopes.
Happiness is with you.
It comes from doing some certain thing
into which you can put
all your thought and energy.
If you want to be happy,
get enthusiastic about something.”
Dale Carnegie
Being unemployed gives us the chance to stop and think about the times in our life when we were really happy. Don't feel guilty about taking this time to think about those happy moments it will give you energy and enthusiam regarding something.
Let’s play a little game!
Take the following steps:
• Close your eyes, take 5 deep breaths, relax and think of a time in your life when you were really happy. Was it when you were a child, young adult or just recently?
• Reminisce about that time. What were you doing? Who were you with? What made you happy?
• Relax and enjoy that experience.
• Think about how you can recapture that time again. Do you have to plan a party? Call that special friend? Take time alone and go to the beach or mountains? What would make that experience a reality again?
• Open your eyes at the count of 5.
• Take a big stretch and relax for a few seconds.
How are you feeling? I hope relaxed and ready to take action.
Remember we can never recapture the same experience again. What we can do is create a new experience that will make us happy.
You are the creator of your happiness. Go for it!!!
After completing the exercise above, please share with the Love Yourself – It Matters Community your thoughts. What made you happy? What plans are you making to recapture your new happy moment?
I am looking forward to hearing from you and together we can bring a little happiness into our day.
Helen
set yourself a goal
that commands your thoughts,
liberates your energy,
and inspires your hopes.
Happiness is with you.
It comes from doing some certain thing
into which you can put
all your thought and energy.
If you want to be happy,
get enthusiastic about something.”
Dale Carnegie
Being unemployed gives us the chance to stop and think about the times in our life when we were really happy. Don't feel guilty about taking this time to think about those happy moments it will give you energy and enthusiam regarding something.
Let’s play a little game!
Take the following steps:
• Close your eyes, take 5 deep breaths, relax and think of a time in your life when you were really happy. Was it when you were a child, young adult or just recently?
• Reminisce about that time. What were you doing? Who were you with? What made you happy?
• Relax and enjoy that experience.
• Think about how you can recapture that time again. Do you have to plan a party? Call that special friend? Take time alone and go to the beach or mountains? What would make that experience a reality again?
• Open your eyes at the count of 5.
• Take a big stretch and relax for a few seconds.
How are you feeling? I hope relaxed and ready to take action.
Remember we can never recapture the same experience again. What we can do is create a new experience that will make us happy.
You are the creator of your happiness. Go for it!!!
After completing the exercise above, please share with the Love Yourself – It Matters Community your thoughts. What made you happy? What plans are you making to recapture your new happy moment?
I am looking forward to hearing from you and together we can bring a little happiness into our day.
Helen
Friday, September 4, 2009
Job Hunting Techniques
“Even if you’re on the right track,
you’ll get run over
if you just sit there.”
Will Rogers
After reading Will Rogers’ quote, did you start thinking there is no rest for the weary? We have to keep going at full speed all the time to research different job hunting techniques. There is so much competition out there I have to be one step in front of everyone else. Our thoughts can keep going on and on and before we know what hit us that dark tunnel starts appearing.
Okay it is time to step back and take control of our thoughts. I know it is so easy to just give up and keep thinking poor me. What purpose will that serve?
Today let’s focus on finding a job through different resources. Learning where to look is the most crucial step we can take.
A variety of job hunting techniques:
• Newspaper classified ads - A typical ad contains information about the type of employee they are seeking, the experience required, job responsibilities, company name, sometimes salary being offered and how to contact the employer. It is important to tailor your cover letter and resume to match the qualifications and contact them the way suggested.
• Sending blind cover letters – If you see an ad and don’t qualify send a cover letter and resume anyway since you have the name of the company and address. In the cover letter state you know that you do not qualify for the position posted in the newspaper. However, you have theses other qualifications and maybe they are looking for a person with those skills. It demonstrates you are motivated and self-confidence. It sometimes opens doors and may lead to a job either now or in the future.
• Telephone Directories – Send out your cover letter and resume. I know it may be a shot in the dark. However, miracles do happen. A company can be in the planning stages and by introducing yourself doors can open for now or in the future.
• Trade or business journals or newsletters – Most publications include a classified ad section and can be an excellent resource in looking for the type of job you want.
• Internet – Use the “search” feature to find a listing of the different jobs available. Some sites: www.career.com, www.careerbuilder.com, www.jobs.com, etc…
• Job Fairs – A way to meet Human Resources staff from various companies. It gives you the opportunity to speak with a company representative for a few minutes and find out about jobs that are available.
• Employment Agencies – Agencies are paid a fee by the employer to find the right candidates and in most instances you will not have to pay a fee. Therefore, their first priority is filling the job for the employer and not you. Remember, they are in the business of finding employees for the employers and have great connections.
There are many more resources open to finding a job. Such as State Agencies, School Placement Services, friends, family, business acquaintances, etc…
Today is a new day and after reading the article what job hunting technique are you going to focus on?
Please share with the Love Yourself – It Matters Community some job resource techniques you have used in looking for job. I am looking forward to hearing from you.
Helen
you’ll get run over
if you just sit there.”
Will Rogers
After reading Will Rogers’ quote, did you start thinking there is no rest for the weary? We have to keep going at full speed all the time to research different job hunting techniques. There is so much competition out there I have to be one step in front of everyone else. Our thoughts can keep going on and on and before we know what hit us that dark tunnel starts appearing.
Okay it is time to step back and take control of our thoughts. I know it is so easy to just give up and keep thinking poor me. What purpose will that serve?
Today let’s focus on finding a job through different resources. Learning where to look is the most crucial step we can take.
A variety of job hunting techniques:
• Newspaper classified ads - A typical ad contains information about the type of employee they are seeking, the experience required, job responsibilities, company name, sometimes salary being offered and how to contact the employer. It is important to tailor your cover letter and resume to match the qualifications and contact them the way suggested.
• Sending blind cover letters – If you see an ad and don’t qualify send a cover letter and resume anyway since you have the name of the company and address. In the cover letter state you know that you do not qualify for the position posted in the newspaper. However, you have theses other qualifications and maybe they are looking for a person with those skills. It demonstrates you are motivated and self-confidence. It sometimes opens doors and may lead to a job either now or in the future.
• Telephone Directories – Send out your cover letter and resume. I know it may be a shot in the dark. However, miracles do happen. A company can be in the planning stages and by introducing yourself doors can open for now or in the future.
• Trade or business journals or newsletters – Most publications include a classified ad section and can be an excellent resource in looking for the type of job you want.
• Internet – Use the “search” feature to find a listing of the different jobs available. Some sites: www.career.com, www.careerbuilder.com, www.jobs.com, etc…
• Job Fairs – A way to meet Human Resources staff from various companies. It gives you the opportunity to speak with a company representative for a few minutes and find out about jobs that are available.
• Employment Agencies – Agencies are paid a fee by the employer to find the right candidates and in most instances you will not have to pay a fee. Therefore, their first priority is filling the job for the employer and not you. Remember, they are in the business of finding employees for the employers and have great connections.
There are many more resources open to finding a job. Such as State Agencies, School Placement Services, friends, family, business acquaintances, etc…
Today is a new day and after reading the article what job hunting technique are you going to focus on?
Please share with the Love Yourself – It Matters Community some job resource techniques you have used in looking for job. I am looking forward to hearing from you.
Helen
Friday, August 28, 2009
Finding a Job
“What three things do you
want to accomplish this year?
Write them down and place them
on your refrigerator
for inspiration all year long.”
Anonymous
What three things do you want to accomplish this year? Find a job!!
Being unemployed the only thing on your mind is finding a job. Just hold on a second, there are other things in your life which are just as important. How about exercising, eating healthy, spending more time as a family unit, buying that special watch or learning how to draw.
When you were working did you do other things in your life, go to the movies, talk long walks with your partner, enter marathons, etc… Being unemployed you don’t stop living.
So what does a person have to do to restore their faith and think of things they want to accomplish?
As I always say, “Start by taking baby steps and make the process fun instead of a burden.
Some small steps you can take to start the process:
• Write a list of everything you always wanted to accomplish. Examples: take piano lessons, run a marathon, learn quilting, read books on a particular subject, etc…
• Choose one item. Example: take piano lessons.
• Plan what steps you have to take to accomplish your goal. Example: research the name of a good teacher.
• Start by taking one action step a day until you dream is accomplished.
The important thing to keep in mind is always breakdown every plan into little steps. That way you do not feel overwhelmed and with each step accomplished you feel motivated.
Now It Is Your Turn
After completing the exercise above, write down on a fresh piece of paper three goals you would like to accomplish this year. Now put them on the refrigerator door and look at them everyday. Let the Love Yourself – It Matters what is happening.
Remember…the Love Yourself – It Matters community is your support system. Just leave a comment and I will get back to you.
Keep In Touch,
Helen
want to accomplish this year?
Write them down and place them
on your refrigerator
for inspiration all year long.”
Anonymous
What three things do you want to accomplish this year? Find a job!!
Being unemployed the only thing on your mind is finding a job. Just hold on a second, there are other things in your life which are just as important. How about exercising, eating healthy, spending more time as a family unit, buying that special watch or learning how to draw.
When you were working did you do other things in your life, go to the movies, talk long walks with your partner, enter marathons, etc… Being unemployed you don’t stop living.
So what does a person have to do to restore their faith and think of things they want to accomplish?
As I always say, “Start by taking baby steps and make the process fun instead of a burden.
Some small steps you can take to start the process:
• Write a list of everything you always wanted to accomplish. Examples: take piano lessons, run a marathon, learn quilting, read books on a particular subject, etc…
• Choose one item. Example: take piano lessons.
• Plan what steps you have to take to accomplish your goal. Example: research the name of a good teacher.
• Start by taking one action step a day until you dream is accomplished.
The important thing to keep in mind is always breakdown every plan into little steps. That way you do not feel overwhelmed and with each step accomplished you feel motivated.
Now It Is Your Turn
After completing the exercise above, write down on a fresh piece of paper three goals you would like to accomplish this year. Now put them on the refrigerator door and look at them everyday. Let the Love Yourself – It Matters what is happening.
Remember…the Love Yourself – It Matters community is your support system. Just leave a comment and I will get back to you.
Keep In Touch,
Helen
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Happiness While Being Unemployed
“I think these difficult times have helped me
to understand better than before
how infinitely rich and beautiful life is
in every way, and that so many things
one goes around worrying about
are of no importance whatsoever.”
Isak Dinesen (Danish writer)
If you are an unemployed worker who has been laid-off, why would you think this is a beautiful time? I would like to reassure you, circumstances happen and we can still find happiness during our journey.
Helen what are you taking about…Find happiness Now? Everyday I wake up with the same realization, I don’t have a job and need one right away. There is no time for happiness in my life right now. When I get a job, I will be happy again.
Let’s take a step back and think about your twenty four (24) hours in a day. For argument sake, you spend about twenty (20) hours a day sleeping, eating, exercising, job searching and other responsibilities. There are approximately four (4) hours left for you to focus on other opportunities. Isn’t this a good time to bring a little happiness into your life.
What is happiness? “Resulting unexpectedly in something pleasant or welcome. A happy coincidence.”
Let’s explore different ideas that would make you happy.
• Your daughter running into the house yelling, “Mom, Tracy, my best friend, and I will be in the same classroom next year. Seeing joy in your daughter's face brings you happiness.
• You are the 25th person to buy a cup of coffee that day and receive a free cup.You suddenly think, "This is nice, I am so lucky."
• After exercising sitting down with a cold bottle of water. While sweating nothing tastes better than cold water.
The list can go on and on. Bringing joy into your day can change your prospective. It has been proven over and over again that positive thinking makes life easier and creates miracles at the same time.
So give it a try, put a smile on your face and yell, “ I am one step closer to finding that new job.” What do you have to lose? NOTHING!
Now it is your turn!
Share with the Love Yourself – It Matters Community what makes you happy. I am looking forward to hearing from you.
Helen
to understand better than before
how infinitely rich and beautiful life is
in every way, and that so many things
one goes around worrying about
are of no importance whatsoever.”
Isak Dinesen (Danish writer)
If you are an unemployed worker who has been laid-off, why would you think this is a beautiful time? I would like to reassure you, circumstances happen and we can still find happiness during our journey.
Helen what are you taking about…Find happiness Now? Everyday I wake up with the same realization, I don’t have a job and need one right away. There is no time for happiness in my life right now. When I get a job, I will be happy again.
Let’s take a step back and think about your twenty four (24) hours in a day. For argument sake, you spend about twenty (20) hours a day sleeping, eating, exercising, job searching and other responsibilities. There are approximately four (4) hours left for you to focus on other opportunities. Isn’t this a good time to bring a little happiness into your life.
What is happiness? “Resulting unexpectedly in something pleasant or welcome. A happy coincidence.”
Let’s explore different ideas that would make you happy.
• Your daughter running into the house yelling, “Mom, Tracy, my best friend, and I will be in the same classroom next year. Seeing joy in your daughter's face brings you happiness.
• You are the 25th person to buy a cup of coffee that day and receive a free cup.You suddenly think, "This is nice, I am so lucky."
• After exercising sitting down with a cold bottle of water. While sweating nothing tastes better than cold water.
The list can go on and on. Bringing joy into your day can change your prospective. It has been proven over and over again that positive thinking makes life easier and creates miracles at the same time.
So give it a try, put a smile on your face and yell, “ I am one step closer to finding that new job.” What do you have to lose? NOTHING!
Now it is your turn!
Share with the Love Yourself – It Matters Community what makes you happy. I am looking forward to hearing from you.
Helen
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Finding That Special Job
“Imagination is the beginning of creation.
You imagine what you desire,
you will what you imagine,
and at last you create
what you will.”
George Bernard Shaw
According to George Bernard Shaw, all you have to do is imagine finding the job you want and create it. WOW what a way to go!!
Hold-on!! It is not so easy. There was a little piece that was not included in the formula for finding a job, the action steps.
Come back, don’t leave! Let’s make looking for a job easier.
Below are some simple steps you can take to keep yourself motivated while looking for that special job.
• First thing every morning take time for “YOU” relaxing with a cup of coffee or tea. Taking this precious time demonstrates, “You Are Special.”
• Plan what steps you are going to take during the day. Be realistic and not overwhelm yourself. One rule of thumb to practice, write down only one to three steps you will take instead of twenty. By keeping the steps manageable ensures you will accomplish them.
• Acknowledge yourself at the end of the day for taking one to three small steps. If you crossed off more items on your to-do list, stand-up and take a bow. Acknowledging yourself will ensure you are making progress.
Please share with the Love Yourself – It Matters Community what small steps you are taking to find a job. Together we will make this road a little easier.
Today is a special day, what are you going to do nice for yourself?
Helen
You imagine what you desire,
you will what you imagine,
and at last you create
what you will.”
George Bernard Shaw
According to George Bernard Shaw, all you have to do is imagine finding the job you want and create it. WOW what a way to go!!
Hold-on!! It is not so easy. There was a little piece that was not included in the formula for finding a job, the action steps.
Come back, don’t leave! Let’s make looking for a job easier.
Below are some simple steps you can take to keep yourself motivated while looking for that special job.
• First thing every morning take time for “YOU” relaxing with a cup of coffee or tea. Taking this precious time demonstrates, “You Are Special.”
• Plan what steps you are going to take during the day. Be realistic and not overwhelm yourself. One rule of thumb to practice, write down only one to three steps you will take instead of twenty. By keeping the steps manageable ensures you will accomplish them.
• Acknowledge yourself at the end of the day for taking one to three small steps. If you crossed off more items on your to-do list, stand-up and take a bow. Acknowledging yourself will ensure you are making progress.
Please share with the Love Yourself – It Matters Community what small steps you are taking to find a job. Together we will make this road a little easier.
Today is a special day, what are you going to do nice for yourself?
Helen
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