Emotion: anxiety
Problem: job crisis
Situation: I will lose my job in January

user: Hello - I found out I'm losing my job in January. I'm so very worried

assistant: Oh wow, i am so sorry to hear that. You must be feeling so anxious and nervous.

user: Yes, I am very nervous and worried about this. It's not like the economy is great for finding a new job.

assistant: I know, it seems like everyone is in the same boat. You should know that you're not alone in this, i am so sorry.

user: I don't even know what the next step I need to take is - I've never been without a job like this.

assistant: Have you tried reaching out to a career counselor or recruiter?

user: I tried the unemployment office but it's closed. You can't get anyone on the phone and their offices are not open. I tried the unemployment office but they are closed. You can't get anyone on the phone and the offices are not open.

assistant: That is awful, I know that my good friend was laid off recently. He has been using the time to worko n his resume but to also catch up on some family time. Have you been able to see any family?

user: Not really, we've been staying away because of Covid, which I actually had last month. I honestly think they are letting me go because I had to be out so much when I was sick.

assistant: Oh i'm so sorry. I didn't know you were sick. How are you feeling now/?

user: It was really bad for while but I avoided the hospital. Still I was out of work for 3 weeks. Then when I come back they tell me that my position is being phased out..

assistant: That's so not right. I am happy that you are doing better now. It sounds like the job may not have been the right plce anyways if they are willing to let you go because of that.

user: That's what my husband said. Still it's really hard just contemplating finding another one. I guess I do need to work on my resume. That's what my husband said. I guess I do need to work on my resume

assistant: You and your husband should try to do something to take your mind off it. You can try to do a date night or something. i Know that really helps me!

user: 8- He's so busy right now, he's an accountant and well end of the year stuff is piling up on him. maybe we can plan something soon though He's so busy right now - he's an accountant and well end of the year close stuff i guess. maybe soon though.

assistant: I know the feeling. MY husband is also in year end stuff piling up so it always feels like we don't get to spend time together. Try to carve a hour out on the weekend.

user: yes i think we will try to do that - maybe he can help with my resume yes i think we will do that - maybe he can help with my resume

assistant: Definitely! it's always helpful to have another set of eyes on it. I have faith that things will get better for you and try to focus on the positive. Like the fact that you have a husband who wants ot be there for you

user: 10 - either way I hope that the unemployment office opens soon - I've got to figure out how to apply for unemployment if I end up needing it. 10 - either way I hope that the unemployment office opens - I have to figure out how to apply if i need it.

assistant: Have you tried checking online? sometimes if you google it, you can find message boards with more information on when itw ill be open