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Survivor Guilt After Layoffs: Mental Health Guide for Developers
Staying employed after layoffs can trigger anxiety. Learn how to manage survivor guilt.
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Survivor Guilt After Layoffs
Surviving layoffs doesn’t always feel like a win.
What Is Survivor Guilt?
- Anxiety about being next
- Reduced motivation
- Fear of visibility
- Emotional burnout
How to Cope
- Acknowledge feelings without guilt
- Set boundaries at work
- Avoid doom-scrolling layoffs news
- Seek professional counseling if needed
Long-Term Mental Resilience
- Physical exercise
- Journaling
- Career clarity planning
Learning Resources
- Mental Health India → https://www.nimhans.ac.in/
- Mindfulness → https://www.headspace.com/
Read time: ~4 minutes
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