I too have lost my job, in fact I got into Steemit because I had lost my job
I think we learn with every turn
What's that "they" say?
What doesn't kill you makes you stronger :)

I once had a tough boss, if any of us came to him with a problem, finger pointing, blame games, but did not pair that with a solution, he would give us a very tough time
So we learnt not to blame, but instead find solutions to the issue and ideas before approaching him, then we present the problem followed by the solution...
He was a tyrant though I really liked his style

His favourite line was
The fight is out there, not in here!!

Yes, I saw Ned's post but didn't get a chance to read it
Off to do that right now
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and your confidence to keep swimming :D