How I Survived a Difficult Moment

We all have one story or another behind those beautiful smiles we put up everyday. There are some difficult moments you will face in life that will leave you wondering if you're the only one who is facing such problem. But, don't worry, not until you hear other people's part of the same story.

Share with us a difficult moment in your life you faced

It took me time to secure a job that I lost just like that in April 2022, loosing it to something that wasn't even my fault made it more annoying for me. Sometimes, I feel I was just removed for some other reasons I do not know. During that time, it was as if everything was against me, even the cost of things. Many questions kept flashing in my head like: “Should I go and see the HR?” “Will I be given another chance?” “But I did nothing wrong naa.” “How am I going to survive?” “How do I settle my bills?” These was my thinking then.

The funny sad part was when my colleagues called and told me salary was increased, and some other benefits has been added. Hmmmm... I was like, “Why must it be now? Suddenly everything is now so good.”

During the early days of this event, I was just too sad that I could shout at you for no reason. But, it just a matter of time, I realized that isolating myself from people and overthinking myself to sleep won't help in any way. I moved on, and with time I got another job.

How did you survive that moment? Tell us what you did or did not do

I survived this moment through prayers and encouragement I got from some true friends who supported me and also shared some job vacancy links with me.

I also learnt some skills within that period. Instead of staying idle, I spent some of time online, looking for another job, also applying anywhere I know I can. I also minimized spending, this part was really important. I avoided unnecessary spending on irrelevant things and I focused on important things I needed. It was not easy though, but I had to manage. Another thing I learnt from this moment was discipline.

What your advice for any one going through a difficult time right now?

To anyone out there going through any sort of difficulties in life, first thing I will tell you is this, "Don't ever give up on yourself". Any challenge you're going through today, will not last forever. It's just a phase in life and how you tackle it determines on how positive you are. Don't overthink, connect with family and friends, seek solution and don't let the difficult moment change you.