If you can make art that sucks, you can send a job application that sucks. If you’re stuck or intimidated, hear me out. This 3-minute episode is for you.

Hello, June. We’re almost halfway through 2026 and it’s time to do a light reset. Rather than backtracking to your list from January, here’s a strategy to help give yourself a break. And an extra little trick to help you save time, energy, money, and sanity.

I am so excited to release the 20th episode of Unemployed & Optimistic! Thank you, thank you for listening, reading, and following. Please share with one friend today.

So what are we gonna do about this horrific job market? How are we gonna get everybody lots of money and job and endless time to draw and read and drink tea and do all the things? I won’t lie — it’s simple, but it is far from easy. Just know that I’m here with you and it’s gonna be okay. This episode is for all of you!

Are you stuck? Do you give up? Here you go. Give me five minutes, and I’ll tell you the easiest, dumbest way that I get jobs. I guarantee, it’s simpler than you think.

When you’re going through the tough times, it’s easy to lose yourself. But I’ve learned that being grateful is a useful tool for getting you through the slog. It’s not just something that’s extra or in your head. It’s physical reassurance that the inbalance that you think is surrounding you is actually not true. Tiny wins are just as powerful and important as the big hits and losses. You just have to recognize them and write them down. Listen to this 5-minute podcast for some inspiration.

How do I continue to stay optimistic in such a dumpster fire of a job market? How do I find work anyway? How do I take big swings to preserve energy later? Sometimes it’s really just brute force. That’s it. It’s taking a deep breath and doing everything you can until something works.

As a THANK YOU to my subscribers, listeners, and followers, this week only, send me a message about your biggest career-related problem, and I’ll send you back a personalized voice message of encouragement and a suggestion. It’s gonna be okay — let’s get through this together!

It’s okay to be sad and depressed sometimes — you’re human. I’m going to teach you about what I call, The Mini Wheat Method. Yes, this is my own little invention. It’s simple, but it works. If you’re going through it, this 5-minute episode is for you!

My mom taught me a really easy trick for when I overwhelm myself with too many things to do. Six words that will calm down your anxiety. Listen to this 3-minute episode to help simplify your life this week.

And just incase nobody told you today; you’re doing great and it’s gonna be okay.

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If you’re looking at a new career direction, pause the fantasy in your head of what you think it will be, and figure out what it’s actually like to do it. If you’re in the midst of shifting your career path and trying out a new gig, this 5-minute episode is for you.

And just incase nobody told you today; you’re doing great and it’s gonna be okay.

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I’m giving you permission to give up. Listen to this 5-minute episode about why I left the Broadway stage behind to give all my effort to making keyframes.