The Quiet Grief of Losing a Job

This episode is me sitting with a kind of grief we don’t talk about enough, the grief of losing a job. Not just the paycheck, but the routine, the identity, the sense of purpose, and the version of myself that existed in that season. I share honestly what it felt like to walk through the emotions that followed: the shock, the sadness, the questioning, and the quiet moments where I had to confront who I was without that role. This isn’t about blame or quick lessons. It’s about acknowledging that loss is loss, even when it doesn’t come with condolences or sympathy cards. If you’ve ever had to grieve something people expected you to “just get over,” this episode is for you. I’m learning to let myself feel it fully, so healing can actually begin.   Get your official prompt Journal today at msjonespodcast.com