Member-only story
Some of My Happiest Times Were When I Was Unemployed
Sometimes it was just what I needed
I’m an introvert with mild autism. I’ve often struggled with jobs, and I’ve had significant periods of unemployment in my life. I know I’m probably not supposed to admit this, but sometimes being unemployed felt better than having a job.
I know, being unemployed for too long is not good. The lack of money really restricts what you can do with your time, and having no purpose can be soul-destroying if it goes on too long.
But let’s be honest, having a job can be hard work. It can be stressful, boring, and if you really hate your job, it can ruin your life more than being unemployed.
But there have been times in my life when being unemployed felt like just what I needed.
The joy of an aimless day out
Before I could drive, I remember sometimes I would scrape together just enough of my benefits money to pay for a return bus ride to a nearby city. There is something about having a totally aimless day out in a city that I found enjoyable.
