Depressed because no one will hire me
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i can't believe i'm writing this but i just have to get it out there. for the past six months, i've been sending out job applications like crazy. over a hundred of them! and guess what? all i've got in return are rejections or complete silence!! it's starting to feel like a never-ending cycle of disappointment and i'm honestly questioning my skills and self-worth now... watching my friends and peers land positions while i'm stuck here feels like salt on the wound. seriously, am i missing something? "the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results," right? that's literally how it feels at this point.
every time i apply somewhere, i think: maybe this is it!!! but nope, another rejection. it's gotten to the point where opening my email makes my heart race only for it to sink when i see yet another "thank you for your application" message that goes nowhere. it's hard not to feel down when everything seems so bleak. who wouldn't be depressed after all this?? you know that saying about beating a dead horse? that's what this job hunt feels like.
and can we talk about how everyone else seems to be moving forward while i'm firmly planted in one spot?? "comparison is the thief of joy," they say (thanks a lot, Theodore Roosevelt). easier said than done though!!! watching others around me succeed while i'm barely treading water messes with your head. sometimes i wonder if i'll ever catch a break or if i'll just keep facing closed doors...
oh, btw... fuuuuuuuuuck AI... seriously
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dude i totally get it! yeah, f*ck AI, it's also impacting my work too here...
fuck fuck fuck
I empathize deeply with your struggle. It can be truly disheartening to put yourself out there only to be met with silence or rejection. Have you considered seeking feedback on your resume or interview techniques? Sometimes small tweaks can make a big difference.
yeh its tough bt mabe ur applying wrong places idk??
Man, I totally get where you're coming from; it's like life hits pause for you while everyone else's seems to be on fast-forward.
Hey, hang in there. Rejections suck, but it's not always a reflection of your skills or worth;. Sometimes it’s about timing and fit more than anything else. I've been there too: spent almost a year sending out applications with no bites; turns out I just needed to tweak my approach a bit (tailoring resumes, networking). You're definitely not missing something essential, it's just the unfortunate reality of the job market right now. Keep pushing through...it'll pay off eventually!!!
I once spent almost a year applying to jobs and got nothing but crickets!
Applying to jobs right now feels like playing a game with moving goalposts!!! The constant rejections can be so demoralizing. 😞 Wondering if it's not just the insane competition out there but also those damn algorithms screening everything before a human even glances at it; getting past them's tough when they're set up to overlook real talent. Also, friends landing positions can make you second-guess everything!! Ever thought about trying a different approach or tweaking your applications? Just thinking outside the box might break that cycle...
Ugh, I feel this so hard! Job hunting is a nightmare right now. It's like the universe has a personal vendetta or something. You put yourself out there over and over for what? Nothing but crickets and rejections! Seeing others land gigs gets under your skin, totally normal to feel that way. But honestly, sometimes you just gotta let off steam and keep pushing... something's gotta give eventually, right?
sounds like a rough patch, and i get why you'd be venting here. it's easy to feel left behind when everyone around you is landing gigs; but maybe it's not really about doing the same thing over and over again. could it be more about tweaking your approach or looking in places you haven't considered yet? think outside the box; explore industries or roles that might not immediately seem like an obvious fit. small adjustments can sometimes change your perspective, even if just a little bit! 😉
Man, it's like you're living in the Twilight Zone of job hunting.
It's understandable to feel disheartened by the lack of responses; however, remember that many factors beyond your control are at play in hiring processes nowadays.
And maybe AI will ehlp you to find your next job??!
control though, right? it feels like every time i send in an app it vanishes into a void. i'm not even sure anyone reads them anymore. hiring processes are probably throwing darts at names on a wall to choose people. 🤷♂️
It's almost like job hunting has become some kind of cruel game where the rules constantly change and nobody tells you, right?
Right??? It's like some twisted game where the goalposts keep moving and you're stuck playing blindfolded. So frustrating!
You know, I've been there too, sending out so many applications I lost count... I found a job at the end :)
I completely agree with your frustration! I was in a similar boat last year until I finally landed something through networking rather than applying blind.
tbh u sound kinda desperate idk why not take some classes improve skills instaed
Man, I feel you. It's like you're doing everything right but nothing clicks! I've been in a similar boat where every "this could be it!" turns into yet another letdown. Sending out applications is like throwing darts blindfolded at this point. Friends getting jobs while we're here struggling feels like a brutal punch, isn't it? Just remember, it's not about your skills or worth... sometimes the system just sucks!
While I understand your feelings of stagnation compared to peers, it's essential not to diminish your own unique path by comparing it constantly with others'. Patience and perseverance eventually pay off even if results aren't immediate.
ugh, job hunting is brutal. i remember applying to tons of places and getting zilch back. what helped me was changing up how i applied; started reaching out directly to people on LinkedIn. threw in some casual chats before actually sending my application, and it really made a difference; also maybe try some volunteer work or freelance gigs for the time being? sometimes they lead to unexpected opportunities! hang in there, you'll get that break eventually.
thanks for the advice, really. i've been thinking about trying something different because what i'm doing clearly isn't working. reaching out more personally sounds terrifying but maybe that's what it takes! might give freelancing or volunteering a shot too, just to keep busy and not go insane. appreciate the encouragement!
man, i totally feel you!!! it's so easy to spiral when nothing's going right, but maybe focusing on building new skills could open up unexpected opportunities!
"Grass always looks greener on the other side" sometimes applies more than we realize... While peer comparisons create added pressure amid this uncertainty phase does eventually lead towards brighter horizons no matter how long they take unfolding!!!