Welcome to The Juice!
May is Mental Health Month, and today we're writing to you with some tips and resources to stay sharp, balanced, and well during your job search.
Looking for a new role—whether by choice or necessity—can be mentally and emotionally tiring (downright exhausting sometimes!). It’s a time of possibility, but also uncertainty. That’s why it’s essential to care for your mental health with the same dedication you apply to your job hunt.
Mental Wellness Tips for Job Seekers
Here are a few evidence-based strategies to maintain your mental and emotional health as you pursue your next opportunity:
- Create a structured daily routine—Treat your job search like a job. Set regular work hours, take scheduled breaks, and log off at a reasonable hour. Structure helps reduce anxiety and allows you to feel your accomplishments of the day.
- Take micro-breaks to reset your focus—Pause between applications to stretch, take a walk, or do a brief mindfulness exercise. Short breaks can boost productivity and help reduce burnout.
- Watch your self-talk—Job rejections can feel personal. When doubt creeps in, practice compassionate self-talk: “This wasn’t a match, but the right role is still out there.” Keep an email file of positive feedback to remind yourself of your strengths.
- Stay socially connected—Isolation during a job search is common. Schedule regular check-ins with peers, mentors, or job-seeking groups. Shared experiences can provide emotional relief—plus networking opportunities.
- Set realistic goals—Rather than aiming to submit 20 applications a day, focus on quality. Set a daily goal of 2–5 well-tailored submissions and build in time for skill-building or professional development.
If you'd like more structured help throughout your job search, but are looking for an affordable alternative to a career coach, check out our self-guided 4-week course, which walks you through the process.
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Did you know?
The average job search takes 84.3 days and includes 200+ applications. It takes 10-20 applications to get an interview, and 10-15 to receive an offer. Overall, if you are searching for a job, you have an 8.3% probability of acquiring a job from any one application.
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You’re Not Alone.
Whether you’re just starting your search or navigating a difficult transition, we’re here to remind you that your mental well-being is just as important as your next paycheck. If you’re in crisis or need immediate support, check out the resources below. Stay well, stay motivated—and know that the right opportunity is out there.
Mental Health Resources for Job Seekers
We’ve compiled a list of free or low-cost mental health and wellness resources designed to support you, not just this month—but throughout your job search:
- Job Seekers’ Guide to Mental Health (NAMI)
Offers guidance on managing mental health during unemployment, plus access to support groups and mental health professionals.
- Mental Health America
Take free, anonymous screenings for anxiety, depression, and burnout—then receive tailored resources based on your results.
- Headspace
Access on-demand emotional support and wellness supportive exercises and meditations—now providing online therapy, sleep resources, and expert-led programs.
- UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center
A library of free guided meditations and audio exercises to help regulate anxiety and stay focused.
- LinkedIn Learning: Stress Management Courses
If you have access, LinkedIn Learning offers free stress and resilience courses for job seekers—often included with premium trials or through local libraries.
Ready to find opportunities that match your skills and personality? Tangerine Search connects top talent with leading companies looking for candidates like you. On our job seeker page, you can view all active jobs our team is recruiting for, proactively share your resume, or sign up for our self-guided 4-week course to take you from the start of your job search to hired!
Team Tangerine 🍊
