The Joys of Unemployment

Have you or someone you know been the victim of downsizing, rightsizing, out-placements, reorganizations, mergers, takeovers? The surgical attempt of companies to "downsize" fails to recognize the personal pain and suffering it creates. Statistics show over 750,000 jobs have been eliminated in the first 6 months of 2001. How can the affected survive without a steady stream of income to cover credit card bills, car payments, the mortgage, grocery bills and medical bills? The manner in which one deals with unemployment depends on many factors. Regardless of the negative aspects of being unemployed, there is always a new opportunity around the corner. All you have to do is find it. "The Joys of Unemployment" takes a look at the lighter side of unemployment. It provides the unemployed with a few hours of diversion to take their mind off the situation, soften the sting and take a positive approach to a difficult situation.