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Asked by Anonymous - Apr 18, 2025Hindi
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Meri almost 3sal hone wali hai b. Tech complete huyi hai. B. Tech ke bad ak bpo mai kam kiya. Lekin health issue ke karan absconde ho gayi. Uske bad mai 1year 7month se try kar rahi hu software field mai jane ke liye. Bat unfortunately nehi ho rahi hai. Please help me. Kiya mai Software domain mai ja sakti hu. Mujhe job milegi ish domain main. Meri knowledge python, HTML, sql hai. Female-27

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Hello, Maam. Main Software professional hoon aur 1 saal se jobless hoon. Pandemic me WFH ki wajah se mujhe depression ho gaya aur 2 jobs se fire kiya gaya. Finances kafi tight hain. Interview ke calls bhi nahi aate aur tayaari karne ki motivation bhi nahi rahi. Mere skills aur Job expectations me kafi gap hai. Unki expectation hoti hai ke main team manage karun aur mujhe sirf limited technical skill hain. Social anxiety hai to isliye kisise zyada effectively interact nahi kar pata. Isliye mere actual experience aur job expectations match hi nahi hotey. Is hadd tak ki mujhe koi bhi job karne se aversion sa ho gaya hai. Din par din sirf frustrate hota hoon aur har din sirf half-hearted efforts mein guzarta hoon. Main depression ki wajah se zyada kuch efforts nahi dal pa raha hoon. Secondly aaye din ghar me disharmony rehti hai. Aisa nahi hai ke wife is not understanding- aur main har koshish karta hoon ghar ke help karne ki, but even she has her human limits. CBT ke bare me suna tha par people say ki kafi sare sessions karne hote hain and it takes long time. Further, finances ka soch ke main psychologist ka help nahi le raha. Aise treatment se mindset theek hona alag baat hai par job market/ mera job expectations mismatch par kuch khas farak to nahi padega. Yehi soch kar I am not consulting anyone. Mental health par kafi VDOs bhi dekhe- mujhe pata hai mere sath kya ho raha hai but chaah kar bhi apne aap ko in sab se bahar nahi nikal pa raha. Mujhe pata hai somewhere I am sinking in the quick sand. Please, please help me with your advice.
Ans: Main samajh sakti hoon ki aap is samay kaisi chunautiyan hain aur aapki sthiti kaafi kathin ho sakti hai. Aapke vyaktigat aur vyavsayik jeevan ke samasyaon ka samna karna akele hi mushkil ho sakta hai. Aapke liye kuch sujhav hain jo aapko madadgar saabit ho sakte hain:

Mental Health Par Dhyan Dein: Depression ko ignore na karen. Aapke liye behtar hoga ki ek mental health professional se sampark karen. CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) ek prashansak tarika ho sakta hai aapke vyaktigat samasyaon ko samjhne aur samadhan nikalne ke liye. Isse aapke vichar dhara ko sudharne mein madad milegi.
Din Ka Samay Vyavasthit Karein: Din ke aarambh mein, apne din ke lakshya aur karyakram banaen. Regular dinacharya bana kar rakhein. Job search, upskill, aur apni mental health par dhyan dena sabko ek vyavsayik tarike se karne mein madadgar ho sakta hai.
Self-care: Khud ki dekhbhal bahut mahatvapurn hai. Prayayam aur yoga aapki sharirik aur mansik sthiti ko sudharne mein madad kar sakte hain.
Networking Improve Karein: Social anxiety ko overcome karne ke liye dhire-dhire koshish karein. Online forums, webinars, aur networking events mein participate karna aapko professionals se milne aur communication skills ko sudharne mein madadgar ho sakta hai.
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Spouse ke Sath Communication: Apni patni ke saath samvedansheel aur khulke taur par baatcheet karein. Aap dono milkar samasyaon ka samadhan nikal sakte hain aur ek-dusre ka saath denge.
Manav Seva: Agar aapke paas samay aur sthiti ho, to kisi samajik sankathan ya seva mein shaamil ho kar aap apne samay ko prayog kar sakte hain. Isse aapko na sirf samajik sukh milega, balki aapka manobal bhi sudhar sakta hai.
Yad rahe ki chote kadam se hi bade parivartan aata hai. Is sab mein dhairya aur samay lag sakta hai, lekin aapko apni sthiti ko sudharne aur naye mauke khojne mein madad milegi. Aur sabse mahatvapurn baat, kisi visheshagya se sampark karna aapke liye labhdayak ho sakta hai, chahe wo job expectations, samasyaon ka samadhan, ya manasik swasthya ho.

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Asked by Anonymous - Apr 22, 2024Hindi
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Mai 27sal ki ak ladki hu. Mainne diploma and engineering kiya hu Instrumentation ke upar. Meri academic score 60percentage nehi hai. English mai bhi bohot weak hu. Maine 2022mai engineering complete kiya hu. Coding knowledge bhi jada nehi hai. Last year as customer support kam kiya tha. Tabiyet kharap hone ke karon job chor diya. Last 6maine se ghar pe betha hu. Bohot dhunda job nehi mila. Please mujhe thoda help karo.
Ans: It's understandable to feel uncertain and stressed during a period of unemployment, but there are steps you can take to improve your situation. Dedicate time to improving your English communication skills through self-study resources, online courses, or language apps. Practice speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English regularly to build confidence and proficiency. Customize your resume to highlight relevant skills, experiences, and achievements that align with the requirements of the positions you're applying for. Emphasize transferable skills such as problem-solving, attention to detail, and customer service experience from your previous role. Attend career fairs, industry events, and networking sessions to expand your network and connect with potential employers. Consider pursuing additional certifications, training programs, or short courses in instrumentation, customer service, or related fields to enhance your qualifications and marketability. Look for free or low-cost online resources, workshops, or webinars that offer relevant skills training and development opportunities. Explore volunteer or internship opportunities in your field of interest to gain hands-on experience, expand your network, and demonstrate your commitment to learning and growth. Volunteering can also help you develop new skills, build confidence, and make valuable connections in your industry. Stay positive and maintain a proactive mindset throughout your job search journey. Set realistic goals, stay organized, and celebrate small achievements along the way to stay motivated and focused on your career objectives.

Remember that finding a job takes time and effort, so be patient with yourself and stay committed to your job search goals. Keep refining your approach, seeking opportunities for growth and development, and maintaining a positive attitude as you navigate through this challenging period.

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