What's next? Fingers crossed!!!
By RUBESH
@Manasha (2917)
Pondicherry, India
October 23, 2025 11:52pm CST
What's next? This is my million-dollar question that has been lingering in my mind for a long time following my layoff from work. I'm in my early fifties, facing minor health issues, family commitments, societal pressure, and EMIs that are overwhelming me. My savings are dwindling quickly, and I fear they may run out within a month. What do I do next? I used to earn a good income online, but now I'm not making anything at all. It feels like my life is collapsing, and it's eating away at my peace of mind.
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@Namaco21 (282)
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18h
I hear you. What you’re going through sounds incredibly heavy losing your job, worrying about money running out, and feeling the weight of family responsibilities and health concerns all at once can really shake your sense of stability and peace. Anyone in your place would feel anxious and uncertain.
First, take a breath and remind yourself that this moment, as hard as it is, doesn’t define the rest of your life. You’ve built skills, experience, and resilience before those haven’t gone away. They’re still yours to work with.
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@Manasha (2917)
• Pondicherry, India
17h
Thanks for saying that; it really means a lot. I’ve been doing everything I can—applying for jobs, trying to stay positive, keeping things together—but it’s been really tough. Sometimes, it feels like no matter how much effort I put in, things just aren’t falling into place yet.
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@arunima25 (92524)
• Bangalore, India
18h
Well, it's very natural to feel that way. But try consciously to not let these negative thoughts overpower you as they can really drain you and make sick. Keep a positive Outlook, have a to do list for the day yo stay engaged in a constructive way, keep looking for jobs, grab any that would bring some money on table be it online or offline till you get something good, revisit your finances and make adjustments there on all possible ways...just some tips that can help practically. Take good care of your mental health. That is very important. Is there any government benefits program that can be explored in your capacity??
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@Nevena83 (65712)
• Serbia
10h
I'm sorry you feel that way, but I can understand you. I think it's very difficult to make money online. Although there are people who are successful at it.





