Hello GV. Welcome to DS.

My local public employment commission sponsors job hunter support groups and workshops which helped me considerably. I got allot of valuable tips and calming touches from people who are currently working the process.

Job hunting gets my vote as the toughest work I have ever done. Gentle empathy and calming support while you work the process.

Welcome aboard.

Hi there! I’ve been struggling with job searching after recently finishing college. I get very anxious as well with interviews (and pretty much everything). I find it’s best to do research on the company and related interview questions in advance, but do not rehearse, because you will continue to freeze up (the same happens to me). The more I expect it to go a certain way, the more flustering it is when it turns out to be different. All you have to do is be yourself and pleasant and that is always good enough. You know what you’re doing and if not, express willingness to learn. If it doesn’t work out, it wasn’t meant to be :) good luck! Use it as a learning experience <3

It really is tough arfie, harder than I thought it would be!

Pyschologist taught me to use breathing to control my anxiety. You can do some yoga before going to interveiw. There are a lot videos online and books. You can take some relaxation supplements before going to interview. You can find those in drug stores and online. Good luck.

yes daffodil7, that is exactly what I do! I tend to rehearse questions and then I just get stuck during the interview and start to panic :/ i will start to do that thank you so much for those words, I really needed to hear them.

Breathe evenly. Stop. Pause. Reflect on your appearance (practice in front of mirror until you can feel the relaxed appearance in your face and body).

Taking a moment to get focused will provide you with the ability to find your voice, your confidence, and remember your ability to "be in the moment".

Best wishes and welcome to the group!

peterthegreat, tha k you so much for your input, I will definitely look into doing those things!

Thank you so much Mid! I will try that as well!

Research the company and practice with interview questions. I know how hard it is to interview and the same thing happens to me. Just be you! I will be praying for you. Take Care and God Bless!

roseofmyheart85, I've learned that it is best if I treated as if it were a normal conversation. Thank you for those kind words and I really appreciate that noble gesture from you part. Sending you lots of hugs and kisses your way!

i feel the same way about interviews. :( i had one today and im hoping i get it but i wasnt that confident about it. i was so nervous once again ugh. i hope this gets better for you!

ellomalley, yes we are definitely not alone because so many people experience what we are going through. Sometimes we may not feel as confident coming out of an interview, but it may be all in our head because you probably got the job. So stay strong and post an update on how things turned out for you. We just need to relax and believe that we can do this! just think of it as if you're having a conversation with someone you know, that's what's helping me at this point. Thank you! and wishing you the same!