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"...there are worse things in life than being out of a job."

Yes, but probably not many. I think being unemployed ranks pretty highly in all the 'most stressful life event' lists.

There's some truth to the old saying "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger" though. In fact, I'd argue that stressful events are required for growth.

There certainly must be a limit at some point. Like, for example, amputation of a couple of limbs will not kill you ...

it certainly comes with additional social stigma.

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