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Job hunting can be one of the most challenging activities of our lives. We are likely to experience rejection not only once, but again and again. In a recession, it’s going to be even tougher with nine or more people for every job vacancy, so you need people and things to keep you motivated when you feel like giving up.

It’s imperative to have support and motivation from others. Of course, you’ll want your friends and family on your side, but what will you do if they aren’t supportive and encouraging?

Knowing how to find support in difficult times means we have a plan ready when the need arises, but don’t forget to support yourself from within. Most of your job hunting will be done alone.

Look at the list of supportive system activities below and make a note of those you might turn to when things get tough:

•Hard physical exercise

•Talking with a friend

•Yoga / meditation

•Relaxation exercises

•Treating’ myself (e.g., buying a new shirt or book)

•Talking positively to myself

•Writing out a plan of action

•Writing down my feelings

•Involving myself in a hobby

•Enjoying outdoors and fresh air

•A change of scene

•Listening to music

•Going to the pub / club

•Reading fiction

•Reading a self-help book

•Finding time to reflect

•Work with a counsellor or coach

Make a note of your top three ways of dealing with the negative aspects and frustrations of looking for a job. Then find out more about your options so you can create a plan. For example, where can you learn yoga? Are you able to arrange regular meetings with someone to ‘keep you going’ during a difficult period? This is important because not only will you have positive activities, but a friend as well to help you get through the rough spots.