Hope in the Unknown: Trusting the Journey During Unemployment

It’s been 10 months since I last had a job, and at first, it was tough. Now, I’m hopeful.

Call it delusional, but I’ll continue to be hopeful—because what’s the alternative? Being depressed, sad, and self-deprecating?

I was there for months, and it did nothing but make me feel like absolute shit.

In the midst of the sadness, I realized I no longer wanted to feel that way.

So, I decided to flip the script. What if I was thankful and grateful for something that isn’t here yet? But I know it’ll be here one day, and when that day comes, I’ll be thankful and grateful for it.

So, why not be thankful and grateful for it now instead of waiting?

That’s exactly what I’m doing. Every day, I wake up and thank God for the amazing project management job I have—with the most amazing company that values me, gives me leadership opportunities, and supports my growth and training.

I thank God every day for the wonderful team I’m a part of. A team I get along with. A supportive team. A team that values and respects me. A team that’s great at communication and collaboration.

I thank God for the supportive manager—a manager who provides clear direction and trust. A manager who fosters growth. A manager who is open to feedback.

I thank God for blessing me with the most amazing project manager position—one that is beyond anything I’ve ever imagined. I pray it challenges and excites me in the best way and provides amazing benefits, a supportive team, and a salary that reflects my worth.

I am valued. I am respected. I am truly thriving in my career.

The scary part about all this is that I don’t know if I’ll have a job in the next few days, a month, a couple of months, or even another year.

I’m literally feeling fear build up in my chest just writing this part out—but I’m choosing to surrender this fear unto the lotus feet of the Lord.

To those out there struggling to get a job, I understand how you feel. Keep sharpening your skills while you apply, and surrender the outcome to God/the universe.

Hare Krishna.

If you're in a season of waiting, too, I’d love to hear from you. How are you staying hopeful? What’s helping you move through it? Drop a comment, share your story, or simply say hi—we’re in this together. 💛