Subnuts' Whiny Neuroses Thread

Oberon · 11-09-16, 07:16 PM

Honestly mate, it's fine to have this moment of panic, we've had a lot of unexpected right hooks in recent times. I've had similar moments after the last election, after the Brexit referendum and indeed, when getting notice of eviction just a few weeks before Christmas last year.
Take a day or two to get yourself back into the right state of mind, do something you enjoy, turn off the news, treat yourself (if you have the money to do so) and then once the initial shock has passed, then settle down and think about what comes next.
Most of these potential negatives from Trumps election are going to be mid to long term, the initial ripples from this impact will calm over the next few weeks, the DOW Jones is already coming back up, and while things are not going to be the same, it's not quite doomsday just yet.
The only comparisons I can make is our Brexit, and so far in my life not a great deal has changed, the only real knock on effect that has directly affected me is that the restaurant at work is short staffed on full time workers because no-one from Europe wants to come work here since the pound is potatos and no-one really knows what's going on at the moment (especially those in charge).
Ultimately you may need to take one of those restaurant jobs, they're not ideal but it may get you some income to help move yourself forward, perhaps to get a car (if you are able to) so you can widen your job search radius.

Unfortunately we're all heading into a great deal of uncertainty, and I am also very concerned, and a little scared, but I have to try to think that there is hope at the end of this, that there is a light at the end of the tunnel, because to give up, give in to the darkness, I don't like to think of that as an answer. Unfortunately, from what I've heard from across the net, more than a few people have already given in, and I fear that there may be more before the next election comes, especially given the rhetoric involved.

And talk, do talk, there's people out there who want to help, and who will listen, see what your options are through calling or emailing various organisations. There's going to be a lot of legal pushback against attempts to railroad through some of these more unpopular reforms that are planned, the ACLU is going to be very, very busy in the coming years. Keep your eyes open and see if there's ways you can support that fight.

And ultimately, as easy as it is for me on the other side of the Atlantic to say, as glib is it might sound, it still holds true.

Illegitimi non carborundum

Or don't let the bastards grind you down.

11-09-16, 07:16 PM	#8
Oberon Lucky Jack Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 25,976 Downloads: 61 Uploads: 20	Honestly mate, it's fine to have this moment of panic, we've had a lot of unexpected right hooks in recent times. I've had similar moments after the last election, after the Brexit referendum and indeed, when getting notice of eviction just a few weeks before Christmas last year. Take a day or two to get yourself back into the right state of mind, do something you enjoy, turn off the news, treat yourself (if you have the money to do so) and then once the initial shock has passed, then settle down and think about what comes next. Most of these potential negatives from Trumps election are going to be mid to long term, the initial ripples from this impact will calm over the next few weeks, the DOW Jones is already coming back up, and while things are not going to be the same, it's not quite doomsday just yet. The only comparisons I can make is our Brexit, and so far in my life not a great deal has changed, the only real knock on effect that has directly affected me is that the restaurant at work is short staffed on full time workers because no-one from Europe wants to come work here since the pound is potatos and no-one really knows what's going on at the moment (especially those in charge). Ultimately you may need to take one of those restaurant jobs, they're not ideal but it may get you some income to help move yourself forward, perhaps to get a car (if you are able to) so you can widen your job search radius. Unfortunately we're all heading into a great deal of uncertainty, and I am also very concerned, and a little scared, but I have to try to think that there is hope at the end of this, that there is a light at the end of the tunnel, because to give up, give in to the darkness, I don't like to think of that as an answer. Unfortunately, from what I've heard from across the net, more than a few people have already given in, and I fear that there may be more before the next election comes, especially given the rhetoric involved. And talk, do talk, there's people out there who want to help, and who will listen, see what your options are through calling or emailing various organisations. There's going to be a lot of legal pushback against attempts to railroad through some of these more unpopular reforms that are planned, the ACLU is going to be very, very busy in the coming years. Keep your eyes open and see if there's ways you can support that fight. And ultimately, as easy as it is for me on the other side of the Atlantic to say, as glib is it might sound, it still holds true. *Illegitimi non carborundum* Or *don't let the bastards grind you down.*