My phone started buzzing on my desk. I didn’t bother to look at first because I figured it was another spam call. But I noticed a name pop up on the screen. It was my old boss. I answered and the first words that came out of his mouth were, “Dude, why didn’t you tell me?”
Sorry to hear this, Arman. But happy to know you’re having the right approach with radical gratitude (such a great piece, I read it last week myself). And, after all, “it’s only a job”. I’m sure you’ll be super fine. And if you need to talk, I’m always available.
Wow, I'm so impressed that you went straight for gratitude, skipping 4 tubs of ice cream, 8 binged series on Netflix, bash and blaming of others, and months of depression. Just gratitude! You sound like a hell of a hire. I'd hire you. But I lose my job at the end of every speaking presentation. Every time someone mentions the power of gratitude I think to myself, "Oh yeah, gratitude! I need to practice that more." I appreciate this round of a reminder from you, and especially am intrigued by the radical applications you suggest. Going to try it.
Haha I didnt include all the details. There may have been some mint chocolate chip ice cream involved...I admire you for constantly putting yourself in sabbatical mode between gigs. That's a step many people couldnt fathom.
You have to fathom it real quick when you enter the gig economy. But yeah, when the pipeline isn't very full it can get a little anxiety producing, but wouldn't trade it for traditional employment. So what's the plan? Looking for a new employer or considering your own thing?
Sorry to hear about getting fired, but love your perspective Arman! I wrote about losing my job two years after I was let go, it took me much longer to process. If you can take some time off, it's a beautiful thing! Great reflections here.
Thank you! Yes, it's been two years since I've exited the workforce and now I'm grateful for it. I am positive you are on the same trajectory too. Good luck!
Great post Arman! A reminder that everything in the world is mindset. As in how you see things is how they are. Thank you for sharing your story with us and I hope all is well for you!
I faced the same situation. It was unexpected & harsh, but I'm trying to look on the positive side of it and to make the best out of it. Building my own thing has always been on my mind but the job was too good to leave. Maybe it's going to turn out to be one of those life-changing moments. Maybe not. But it's worth giving a try.
Sorry to hear that. But youre right. Maybe this was the push you needed to do what youre meant to do. Just look at it as an experiment. If it doesnt work out, theres plenty of jobs out there. Good luck!
Sorry to hear this, Arman. But happy to know you’re having the right approach with radical gratitude (such a great piece, I read it last week myself). And, after all, “it’s only a job”. I’m sure you’ll be super fine. And if you need to talk, I’m always available.
That means more than you know Silvio. Thank you for the kind words. There's a speck of grateful dust in every tragedy.
Minor setback, major comeback! Cheers to you, Arman.
Yes sir! This is just another step on the journey.
Wow, I'm so impressed that you went straight for gratitude, skipping 4 tubs of ice cream, 8 binged series on Netflix, bash and blaming of others, and months of depression. Just gratitude! You sound like a hell of a hire. I'd hire you. But I lose my job at the end of every speaking presentation. Every time someone mentions the power of gratitude I think to myself, "Oh yeah, gratitude! I need to practice that more." I appreciate this round of a reminder from you, and especially am intrigued by the radical applications you suggest. Going to try it.
Haha I didnt include all the details. There may have been some mint chocolate chip ice cream involved...I admire you for constantly putting yourself in sabbatical mode between gigs. That's a step many people couldnt fathom.
You have to fathom it real quick when you enter the gig economy. But yeah, when the pipeline isn't very full it can get a little anxiety producing, but wouldn't trade it for traditional employment. So what's the plan? Looking for a new employer or considering your own thing?
Sorry to hear about getting fired, but love your perspective Arman! I wrote about losing my job two years after I was let go, it took me much longer to process. If you can take some time off, it's a beautiful thing! Great reflections here.
Thank you for the kind words Michelle. Sorry to hear you lost your job too but seems like you have rebounded nicely!
Thank you! Yes, it's been two years since I've exited the workforce and now I'm grateful for it. I am positive you are on the same trajectory too. Good luck!
It's inspiring to know that I'm not alone. Thrilled to hear you are enjoying your new pathless path!
Great post Arman! A reminder that everything in the world is mindset. As in how you see things is how they are. Thank you for sharing your story with us and I hope all is well for you!
Thank you Leo. Yes, our thoughts determine our lives. I appreciate your note!
I faced the same situation. It was unexpected & harsh, but I'm trying to look on the positive side of it and to make the best out of it. Building my own thing has always been on my mind but the job was too good to leave. Maybe it's going to turn out to be one of those life-changing moments. Maybe not. But it's worth giving a try.
Sorry to hear that. But youre right. Maybe this was the push you needed to do what youre meant to do. Just look at it as an experiment. If it doesnt work out, theres plenty of jobs out there. Good luck!
Earned a sub, this was great
I appreciate you! I like forcing myself to view the "bad" things in life as a new unexpected path to something new.
Yep! The story of the Chinese farmer is what taught me that, really good stuff
So funny you mention that. I just read that fable today in Derek Sivers book Hell yeah or no. Highly recommend!
"platitudes of gratitude" is a keeper
glad you liked that line!