Mind Your Emotions

Sorry you lost your job. Being laid-off or being fired is a horrible event.

I am not qualified to give advice on this but here are a few thoughts:

• Get over feeling bitter. That attitude interferes with the rest of your life, especially the energy and optimism required for job hunting. Easier said than done.
   
•  Don’t spend any of the severance money to take a few weeks off to “think it over.” You do not have the time or money to waste. Getting another job can take a long time. Don’t waste it and getting yourself into more problems.
   
•  Don’t burn your bridges. Keep your thoughts to yourself when dealing with former coworkers and managers. If you feel you were treated fairly let your coworkers Know. This will filter up to manager and will help if you use them as a reference.
   
• Read What Color is Your Parachute? for detailed advice. It has been continually updated and a best seller for thirty odd years. Having passed the test of time it is a must read.
   
• Understand that your family has also been terribly hurt and require just as much support from you as you require from them. Lots of love, understanding, and support is critical for both of you.
  
  From Associated Press wire service article:
  
  Best to leave positive last impression on your final day at work

• Sat Jun 10, 09:50 AM EST
   
• (AP) - Although many employees may dream of doing the unthinkable on their last day, like leaving a nasty letter for the boss, the smartest decision is to act as professionally on your last day as on your first.
   
• "Regardless of how you feel about the organization, how you comport yourself on the way out can impact your career future," said Barbara Barra of human capital consulting company Lee Hecht Harrison.
   
• Barra points out that an employee may want to return to the same organization later on or may encounter former colleagues at other companies.
• "So you should strive to be remembered for your class and professionalism," she said.
   
• As you plan your next exit, Barra offers a few tips:
   
• Dress appropriately: Even if you're just packing up personal belongings or giving an exit interview, dress according to the company's dress code.
   
• -Be gracious: Emphasize the positive experiences that you've had at the company and how your new skills will help you throughout your career.
   
• Stick to a consistent statement: Create a succinct,
  non-defensive and honest statement about your departure for all future communications. You don't want conflicting explanations circulating about as they they may come back to haunt you.
   
• Give a thoughtful and constructive exit interview: Don't criticize colleagues or superiors. Instead, suggest programs or opportunities that you would have liked to have had.
   
• Share vital information: If you are the only one who knows how to perform a specific function, make sure to share this with your colleagues or superiors before you leave. That will make their work easier, and they will remember you for it.