How I can stop feeling inferior to my friends-they are either have the dream job or man, and I have neither?
Hi-
I graduated from college about a year ago now already (Spring 2009). I did work hard for my degree, and I went away to college to earn it. Well I have been out of school since then, and I recently moved back home. Unfortunately, I still have not had any luck in landing a job in my field. Whenever I meet up with old friends to talk about what we’ve been up to, I just feel like a loser. I fortunately have been accepted into a few graduate schools. My friends either have the dream job or the dream man and I have neither. So I feel like a complete loser saying I live with my parents and I am holding a job at a clothing store. I don’t know what else to do though. I’ve gone to numerous job fairs and put out hundreds of resumes. My friends that don’t have the dream job, are getting married, and I am single. My friends are either looking forward to moving to the big city and making huge $, or they are looking forward to getting married and moving in with their husband. I just feel so stuck. I am so discouraged, and just need some suggestions?
Don’t feel bad! I’m 24 years old, still single, live with my parents(which can be a pain in the butt sometimes), work in retail (which can get annoying so I feel you on that) and in process of getting an Associates Degree in Culinary Arts, I also plan on moving to California and go to school out there to get my Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality & Management. I have friends who have boyfriends, are engaged, a few are married, and even have kids. Why should I let that make me feel bad about myself? Think about it. Take time to focus on what YOU want. Find a hobby or do something for yourself. What makes you happy? Love yourself first and foremost. You’re a bright person and things will come in time! Stay strong, pray for what you want, and work hard for it too! You’ll be fine. I hope that helps you.