Unemployment

  The loss of a job is the hardest thing to happen to a person. It’s not only the loss of a paycheck; it’s losing a sense of purpose, stability and at times even a sense of self-worth. What if you wake up every morning excited to work, yet you can’t find people to hire you? It is not just an economic issue, but a human issue: Unemployment hurts. It hits parents who have trouble keeping food on the table for their children, young graduates who are unable to get a foot in  the door, and older workers worried they have been shut out. Many industrious people are left wondering, "Where do I fit in?," when industries change and occupations are eliminated by technology. However,  the stress of unemployment isn’t just about money, it takes an emotional toll too.  When a month, two months, and three months pass with no job offer, self-doubt and a decline in confidence occur. It’s not only about the money, it’s about dignity. Picture a father all caught  up in his feeling...