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Rita, 32, has been negative and irritated for over a month. Her husband’s job is uncertain, and her bosses discuss similar issues at work.

David, 49, hasn’t dealt well with being denied a promotion. He feels his education, skills, and years of performance have been wasted. He fears premature retirement despite having more to offer.

Ashvani, 45, works globally but hasn’t had a project in a while, causing anxiety about his job. His family notices his stress, boredom, and anxiety.

Names are changed, but their situations are real. Careers seem to be falling apart suddenly. Why is their life in parentheses now?

The dreaded pink slip is making a comeback in IT and other industries after a decade of growth. Layoffs at companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon are causing anxiety and stress among employees. A job isn’t just a source of income; it’s a career, personal identity, and self-fulfillment. When threatened, it leads to negativity, self-criticism, and alienation.

From adolescence, we’re pushed to pursue careers that may not exist yet. We spend the first quarter of our lives getting educated and skilled for a job, and then our entire lives working. This affects our overall well-being. Realizing your job and career, the essence of your life, is being taken away can cause sleeplessness, stress, and unhappiness.

The threatening environment in the current job can negatively impact all aspects of life. It’s a wake-up call to reflect, evaluate, and plan—whether updating skills, upgrading, or finding a new career path.

How does this impact me and my family?

In today’s competitive era, any stage of life can bring the realization of a job’s psychological impact. Clients from early starters to top executives, exhausted and burnt out, question their career path. Well-intentioned parents push children into careers for financial security, often overlooking personal and professional needs.

Unfulfilling jobs negatively impact mental health. This needs addressing.

Signs of being in an unfulfilling career:

1. Feeling Wasted Time: Not living up to potential.
2. Low Self-Esteem: Unworthy, insecure, and fearful.
3. Job Threats: Worry about job security and financial well-being.
4. Negativity: Contagious pessimism affecting relationships.
5. Relationship Stress: Long hours, dissatisfaction, and unappreciation.

What can I do to help myself?

• Identify Emotions: Recognize how your career impacts your mental health.
• Seek Professional Support: A psychologist can provide objective help.
• Communicate: Discuss job stress with your spouse to avoid misunderstandings.
• Journal: Reflect on your situations calmly.
• Self-Care: Physical health is essential. Implement a self-care routine.
• Change Perspective: Notice positive aspects of your job.
• Make Changes: Evaluate options within your current position or environment.
• Career Shift: If necessary, explore new career paths for fulfillment.

If your current career is negatively impacting your mental health, and you want to make changes, talking with a mentor, close friend, or family member can help. If you’re experiencing anxiety, anger, feelings of depression, or other negative emotions, and they are impacting your life, working with a therapist can help. You can get in touch with us at:

Email: mansikpramarsh@gmail.com
Phone: +91-731-4263087