How to rebuild your identity after a job loss
A job loss can take a toll on identity, says Jeffrey Anvari-Clark, a professor of social work at the University of North Dakota, noting that processing this grief is crucial for moving forward. Michelle, a federal worker affected by layoffs, is navigating this identity loss by considering new career paths aligned with her values, illustrating the importance of constructing a new identity post-job loss.
Full Story: National Public Radio (4/28)
My advice is always to look for and find a new job before you get to the point where you could loose your current position.