Although things are beginning to change, it wasn't so long ago that girls were raised to always be polite, accommodating, and "nice" to others. After all, nobody wanted to be considered rude or a "b*tch" so we were conditioned to be pleasant even if our warning bells were going off.
This did us an enormous disservice. After spending your entire life trying to be courteous, it can be incredibly difficult to deal with people in a more assertive manner. And to make matters worse, our upbringings set us up to have a lack of trust in our own judgment.
All of this can combine to put women at a distinct disadvantage when trying to figure out how to respond to someone who makes them uncomfortable. Here's a way to set a boundary that can also help you test the intentions of the potential threat.
I've used this tactic successfully on more than one occasion. I'd love to hear what you think of it and whether or not you've ever found yourself in a similar situation in the comments.
It's important to know what to do when the ax falls, whether it's expected or not. Even when you're expecting it, you will be reeling in shock. Well, I've got some tough love for you here: Get ahold of yourself! The first steps you take can help you to survive until you get a new source of income.
Here are the steps to minimizing the damage to your personal finances when a sudden job loss occurs.
LINK: https://thefrugalite.com/job-loss/ Have you ever lost your job? How long did it take to
find a new one? Did it turn out to be a positive thing, or did it cause financial problems from which you could not easily recover? Share your experiences and advice in the comments.
