# How do I cope with layoff anxiety?

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Podcast: [This Is Uncomfortable](https://stenobird.com/podcast/this-is-uncomfortable-862511)
Published: 2026-02-26T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

With more layoffs in the news, a lot of workers are feeling spooked. It can be hard not to spiral into what ifs: What if the next paycheck is my last? What if I can’t find another job? We look at how to cope with that uncertainty and what you can do to help protect yourself. Reema talks with psychologist Ellen Hendriksen, career coach Melody Wilding, and financial educator Jannese Torres, who share practical ways to stay grounded and prepared – from reframing your anxiety to strengthening your safety net. Have you ever struggled with layoff anxiety? We want to hear about it, so give us a call at 347-RING-TIU or send us an email at uncomfortable@marketplace.org Follow us on Instagram and Tiktok !

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