We’re still on an emotional rollercoaster. Today I saw some people laughing and sharing fun weekend stories right after hearing unfortunate news about the other team. Sure we all handle stress differently, but let's try to be extra mindful and kind during these challenging times. You know what I mean?
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OP has some pretty unrealistic expectations. Are we supposed to be doom and gloom until this is all over? If someone feels like this is the end of the world, that’s on them, but please don’t ask us to be miserable with you. I fully realized I could also go at any moments, but that’s not gonna stop me from enjoying my every day life. I leave work at work.
Don't come to campus if you feel you need to control other people's emotions and can't. 4:1 is not being enforced this week. Stay home.
I refuse to alter my outlook on living because it might make someone else uncomfortable. I am going to lead with joy and not walk on eggshells.
It is a job! It is a layoff not a funeral. I am stressed like sh-t but do not blow it out of proportion. Have been laid off from companies that do not pay a dime in severance and also fight with the state to deny you unemployment. Nike keeps you 2 months on payroll, a few months of severance ( depending on tenure and band) and 6 month health care, offloading support, etc etc... Still I wish they would have not dragged it so far but at least I know I get a few months salary and Healthcare rather than being dumped with nothing like previous companies. It feels like sh-t but do not blow it out of proportion
Listen, some of us will be in this sh-t until May, not knowing our fates.that’s a fu--ing long time. I think it’s a big ask to to tell others not to express any sense of joy wherever they can find it during these layoffs. This is how some people cope and seeing others laugh is not an invalidation of your own feelings.
We are all stressed and sad, but let’s not begrudge others who seek companionship and positive connection to help them through it.
@umi, that’s exactly what OP said, just with more focus on being cautious while we're going through these tough times
Lol OP nailed it. It's wild seeing sarcasm from folks who miss the point and then get offensive. Kinda worrying that we're working with these sociopaths
For some people, this is there way of dealing with stress. Connection. Deflection. One can only manage themselves and not judge how others show up.
Look, it’s the other team today. It’s your team tomorrow. I was on the other side of the fence laughing having fun. I will never ever take a layoff lightly. The lack of compassion out there is at an all time low. People don’t have empathy anymore. Wait until it happens to you, because it will. The clock is ticking. The email is coming , the invite will be sent.
You are so right. Let me also only dress in black and go on a hunger strike. Also, please don’t blink or play music in your car in the parking lot. Very offensive.
No
Does this mean not having have fun or discuss our weekend?