I am so stressed and nervous about my hours being cut further due to the pandemic. I tried applying for another job since January and I have not received any responses. I am worried that I will not be able to pay my debts and bills at this rate.
I like everyone so far.
It's great so far.
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Hello...
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How are you doing today?
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I am quite stressed.
user
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Well I can definitely understand being stressed at this time.
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Reflection of feelings
I can't believe that my hours were cut again at my current job.
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Why were they cut?
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Because of the pandemic, my boss is not generating enough money so they cut everyone's hours. I don't blame him but I am so frustrated at this whole thing.
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I can definitely understand your frustration. That is a big deal. Have you tried talking to him?
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Reflection of feelings,Providing Suggestions
I want to but I don't want to be fired or annoy them.
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I'm sure that you wouldn't annoy them. It's their job to talk to their employees.
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Affirmation and Reassurance
I just don't want to annoy them. Meanwhile, I am trying to get another job but no luck so far. :(
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Have you signed up for any job recruiting sites or consulted your state labor department office?
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Providing Suggestions
Yep and unfortunately I still have not receive any response.
user
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What about asking your neighbors if they need any help with child care or yard work?
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Providing Suggestions
No one in the neighborhood has kids and everyone does their own yard work around my area.
user
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Wow. It sounds like you are really having a tough time. What do you think the next step in finding new employment is? What are your options?
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Reflection of feelings,Question,Question
At this point, I don't know. I have thought about doing art commissions and selling them online but I don't know if my abilities are enough. Plus there is a lot of completion in the field.
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That sounds like a fantastic idea, and even if there is competition, there are still a lot of people that might buy your art from Etsy or Amazon.
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Affirmation and Reassurance
You know what? I think I'll try it out. :)
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It sounds like you have a plan. I know that you will do great. Is there anything else that I can help you with today?
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Affirmation and Reassurance,Question
I think that is it. Thank you for the encouragement. :)
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You're welcome! Have a nice day!
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You too! :)
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