Honestly, being the victim of a layoff is probably the worst possible thing that could ever happen. It is a terrible turn of fate that comes our way. Not only is it the ultimate loss of control but the timing is usually horrible. Is it really possible to love your layoff?
Yes. Although it may not seem like it today, Loving your Layoff(TM) is the key to getting back on track. No one chooses to get laid off, but we can choose to benefit from the time we have off. Loving your Layoff (TM)? is our opportunity to take control by making effective choices about our time, skills and talents.
Having positive thoughts is not enough. We have to make positive choices that lead to positive actions daily. Only then will we be able to shed the feelings of victimization and regain control of our lives.
In the October FLTLP workshop, the group came up with a list of reasons to Love your Layoff. Here’s what made the top 10:
10. You get to take care of Numero Uno (not the kids, your boss, partner or spouse parents – YOU)
9. You have time to explore new opportunities
8. You can renew by releasing the old and making room for the new
7. You can balance your checkbook (ATM cards, Credit Cards, Online Accounts, etc…)
6. You can learn something new (for fun check out www.learnsomethingeveryday.co.uk)
5. You can fall in love with the things you (used to) love all over again, and again…
4. You can read – whether you join Oprah’s book club or go it alone, reading provides the opportunity to expand your mind
3. You can reconnect with friends and loved ones
2. You can keep your skills sharp by volunteering (we just love the Taproot Foundation! www.taprootfoundation.org)
1. You can breathe and enjoy your free time and maybe even have some fun
Auri Morris, FLTLP workshop facilitator, is loving her layoff by reading a book a week and writing about it on her blog. Check out the FLTLP reading list to find out what books are on her list.
How are you Loving your Layoff (TM)? Tell us on the FLTLP idea site.
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