I'm sorry. I recently lost my job, so I understand at least some of what you're going through. Job hunting sucks, even when you have support, but it can be overwhelming when you're alone. I have friends and family in the area, but they aren't any help at all. I've had suicidal thoughts, too, but I've never told anyone for fear I'd be committed and my pets would starve while I was gone.

Can you tell me a little more about yourself--where (generally) you live, what kind of job you want, etc.? If you don't want to, I'll understand.

I live in Princeton WV. Not a big town. The hospital made me feel more optimistic but Im scared things won’t change. I’d like to become a server again. I’d suggest outpatient treatment for you. It really does help

First of all, thank you for sharing your story. I have lost my job in the last couple weeks. So, I can kinda feel what you are going through. Having no job is really hard.

I just want you to know you are not alone. We are handling hardships. That is true, but we need to keep trying to get through.

I was unemployed several times also, and got a little creative as far as looking for jobs go. For instance, whenever I answered an job posting ad via email, I was never getting any email responses back because so many people were applying---so INSTEAD of the usual "applying for your job" in the subject (re:) line of the email, I would put example: _______(type in job title) THEN add to it...."I'M GOOD" in big bold capitalized highlighted letters. I can tell you that every single time I typed that in, I got a response. I was so frustrated before!!
Another time, I put out flyers in the neighborhood. Another time I just made phone calls to offices; yes it was tedious, but do you know I got a job like that once? So, maybe try different ways of getting a job. It's Terrible to be out of work with no money either, too depressing, and I want you to be better!

I wish I had some advice that would make things easier. Is there anything you can do that would allow you to work for yourself--landscaping, handy-man jobs, etc.? Or have you considered looking in other towns? I started my career in a small town in Texas, and quickly learned that the only way to advance was to move to a bigger city.

Oh, wait, I may have some advice! Do you have a computer? There's a site called FlexJobs that might help you find a job you can do from home--customer service, data entry, etc. FlexJobs screens all the positions, so you'll know they're not scams. Might be worth looking ...

Go apply at a bar and have them help you get your bartender license. It is a really high turnover job so always need ppl. I was a cook/bartender for 2.5 years and it really helped me come out of my shell and learn about people. One of the best things I ever did and tips were great. And in future you will have great customer service skills for a better job.

I’m an alcoholic so being a bartender would probably not be a good idea. But I’ve been a server which I love and it’s great money. I job search everyday trying to stay positive. Thank you all for the support ❤️

I am sorry to hear that you are having such a difficult time. Being unemployed can be really hard, especially when you don't have anything else to distract you. Hang in there! I have been in your shoes. The suicidal helplines aren't much help, but I think support groups like this really can be. It helps to know that you aren't alone.

I know that depression can make it harder to want to do stuff, but finding new hobbies can help. Even if it is just taking a walk every day. The outdoors helped me a lot when I was hurting. Also, volunteering is a great way to give yourself a purpose, which really helps. I know that it won't pay the bills, but sometimes getting ourselves mentally happy is more important than getting a job - because getting mentally stable is a good first step to feeling like looking in the first place.

Other than that, faith can really help. I don't know if you believe in God, but faith is a great precursor to hope, which is a good step towards life.

No matter what, please know that you are important! Don't give up on yourself and know that you are never a burden. I know it is easy to feel like that sometimes, but we are all perfectly unique and we all make a difference in this world. You are beautiful just the way you are because we are NOT defined by what we endure but by who we are because of our experiences!