Loss of Career or Job

When Work and Identity Collide

Losing a job can trigger grief, fear, or shame. Your career may have felt like part of who you are — it’s natural to mourn that.

What Helps

  • Name the loss and talk about it
  • Set small goals for rebuilding confidence
  • Seek emotional and practical help
  • Remember: your worth isn’t defined by a job title


Example:
After redundancy, Sam felt lost; speaking with one of 
our professionals helped him see his skills in a new light.