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Post-laid-off life included an unusual mix of fear and newfound freedom. The pressure to respond to the expectations of family and social networks loomed large. Initially, the idea of returning to consulting was daunting. Instead, she explored different paths, including enhancing her YouTube presence, which had been growing slowly but steadily. Despite initial fears regarding the impact of the layoff on her identity, the support from her community proved invaluable when she decided to share her experiences online.