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To: 1Old Pro
That Sarandon has to stoop to star in television says a lot. How many "A-list" celebrities do you see starring in tv movies? Now, there might be one or two who are becoming A-list who started out in television in the first place. However, it's very rare that you see someone with a very successful career in film, doing television. Take a look at Bette Midler, she had her own series, which flopped, and she is hardly in anything worthwhile as far as movies are concerned. The same with Martin Sheen. Before The Worst Wing, the last time I saw him was on a Bablyon 5 movie! While television is certainly not the kiss of death for a celebrity, it doesn't look rosy.
110 posted on 04/21/2003 8:16:22 AM PDT by Paul Atreides
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To: Paul Atreides
Coping With Job Loss

Losing a job can be one of the most devastating personal crises of a lifetime. Unemployment, divorce, and the death of a loved one are considered to be the most stressful and potentially debilitating events that an individual ever experiences. Although financial decline is a serious issue, the blow to one's ego is even more difficult to face. The losses include:

Loss of self-esteem
Loss of daily routine
Loss of purposeful activity
Loss of income
Loss of predictability and sense of security.
Like any other calamitous event, however, the job loss crisis can present an opportunity for growth. Commitment and diligence are required to transform present pain into future positive outcomes. There are several emotional stages you must work through to reach the more positive frame of mind you need to re-enter the workplace. These stages of coping are necessary to achieve resolution of job loss.

Acknowledgement

The first reactions to loss are pain, fear and lowered self-esteem. Next, denial of these feelings serves to cushion the discomfort temporarily. Acknowledging these feelings can be a helpful first step toward making efforts to cope successfully. In recognizing the need to boost self-confidence, a plan of action will mobilize your resources. You can ask friends and family for help and support. You cannot easily approach a job interview while feeling depressed, angry, bitter, discouraged or fearful. Dealing openly and honestly with appropriate persons can free up positive emotional energy for job seeking tasks. It might be helpful to talk about the circumstances and events leading up to the loss of your job with a friend, a loved one, a professional counselor or a support group. Sometimes, keeping a journal can help to put such an experience into perspective.

Ask Yourself The Following:

What actually happened to cause me to lose my job?
How did I receive news of the lay-off.?
How did I react to the news?
How long was I in that particular job?
What was my relationship with my boss, my subordinates, my colleagues?
Seeking Support and Help

It is not unusual for a person to be depressed after losing a job. The depression is temporary if you get busy and take control of your future. Don't hesitate to share what has happened to you with people you know and ask for good job leads.

Venting Anger and Resentment

Letting go of bitterness and anger is essential for resolving any personal crisis. Healthy ways of dealing with frustration include vigorous physical exercise, volunteering time for community activities, tackling postponed home tasks, etc. Running, swimming, raking, painting, and sweeping are good outlets and give you a sense of accomplishment.

Reassessment

The initial shock of a job loss may bring about "tunnel vision." All you can see are the negative aspects of your situation. Even though it was a very important source of self-esteem and income, your former job could not have offered all the things in life which are important to you. Try to make a conscious effort to think about other rewarding aspects of life which are truly of value. This is the time to reassess your strengths, weaknesses and interests if you are to gain the confidence and optimism necessary for starting over again. This may turn out to be an important turning point for positive changes.
121 posted on 04/21/2003 8:25:09 AM PDT by TomHarkinIsNotFromIowa
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To: Paul Atreides
The same with Martin Sheen.

No kidding, add him to the list of F list actors with no future.

131 posted on 04/21/2003 8:38:30 AM PDT by 1Old Pro (The Dems are self-destructing before our eyes, How Great is That !)
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To: Paul Atreides
That Sarandon has to stoop to star in television says a lot.

Well, Paul Atreides, did you catch her in Children of Dune on Sci-Fi Channel. I skipped it, but thought maybe you tuned in anyway.

165 posted on 04/21/2003 7:35:40 PM PDT by LibertarianLiz
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