How being made redundant at 57 made me feel grateful

Today I share how a letter I got in the post made me so angry and how learning about someone’s life, humbled me into gratitude.
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[@Variateeeeee]

Excellent HONEST Content...and I hope your financial income explodes into prosperity this year and always..

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. I appreciate you and many blessings to you 💕

[@MRS584]

Please press on and don't give up on your KZbin journey!! We really need more makers like you!!❤

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you, that’s so encouraging! ❤️

[@hallyandhidalgo]

You are beautiful! The world is gonna be yours.

[@MRS584]

Bedankt

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you for your generosity ❤

[@SoulCareOver50]

I hope you enjoy this vlog around south London 😀 I would love to know your thoughts.

[@KindSJT]

@WiseKindWords I love your walks...I live in Arizona, and because of your videos I get to walk with you and see London ♥

[@SoulCareOver50]

@ that's great, I'm so glad you like the vlogs around London. Maybe I should do more of those videos?

[@SoulCareOver50]

@ thank you, I'm so glad you enjoy the views I share around London 😃

[@KindSJT]

@@SoulCareOver50 The walk and talks are nice ☺

[@SoulCareOver50]

@ it's funny you say that, because my next video is about me making meals from my weekly food shop ;0)

[@pennygardner8496]

I do understand what your going through.Hang in there and keep going.

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you so much ❤

[@faery_realm]

What a disrespectful way to make someone aware that they no longer have a job. Doesn’t sound like a great company if they can do that. I think you’ve had a lucky escape … why would anyone want to devote their energy and loyalty to a company that behaves this way. You really are going to be better away from there Shirley. You’ve grown so much already and recognise the signs that you’re sinking into a depression. You’re not going back to square one, just taking a few side steps to see the view ahead more clearly. You’ve got this!!! Sending big hugs and lots of love xxxx❤

[@Contessa998]

Love your compassion.

[@SoulCareOver50]

Hi Dianne, thank you so much for your kindness. This is why I'm so angry about how she's let us know. She's a small cleaning company and tbh, I had so much admiration for her at the beginning. But I noticed her values changed when she started going to networking events. That was the beginning of the end, she just can't see it. Ps Apologies if I'd missed replying to your other comments, they just get lost in the sea of comments when I don't reply on time and I can't find where they are to reply to. Lots of love to you and I hope you're doing well ❤❤

[@faery_realm]

@ oh bless you. You haven’t missed any comments honey. Thank you. I honestly think you’re better off away from there. Managing employees like she has is absolutely not good for business. I’m doing ok at the moment. My cancer has stabilised at the moment thankfully. My house went in the market today so another milestone reached. Much love to you beautiful soul xxx

[@severineskichen]

This is so awful to send you the P45 by post without an explanation. They so don't deserve you. Wishing you all the best for your next job and becoming a full-time KZbinr. xx

[@SoulCareOver50]

Yep, as someone said, it was cowardice. Thank you for your support ❤

[@ann_undefined]

I love how honest you are about your life and your situation. And making lemons from lemonade!

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thanks Ann! Yep got to make the best out of the situation! 😊

[@chrislyman37]

Thank you for being here.

[@aloysiusgregory]

Thank you for pushing through despite everything you're feeling & enduring, Shirley. You're an inspiration!

[@Dreaming_Outside]

Never give up. You are kind and so brave. This loss is only creating space for your better things to appear. 💐🤗

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you so much 🤗💜

[@MRS584]

Thank you so much for sharing your journey, I'm not far off from where you're going through although details may be different.. Hugggssss sending your way 🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂💪💪💪🫂🫂

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity, even though you’re going through challenges too. I appreciate you and wish you an easy journey through your challenges. Many blessings and big hugs to you too 🙏💕💕

[@KindSJT]

I needed to hear this today...thank you so much❤

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you, I’m glad it’s helped you ❤️

[@KindSJT]

@SoulCareOver50 Very grateful for you and wishing you well ♥

[@SoulCareOver50]

@ that's so lovely of you to say. I hope you're okay with what you may be going through 🥰

[@KindSJT]

@@SoulCareOver50 you reminded me to not hide in my apartment, and to get outside and enjoy so many free things available. I always feel better when I get outside ☺

[@SoulCareOver50]

@ I know how you feel, that's why I had to force myself to get out and see the world! 😃

[@Sp33gan]

My heart goes out to you, Shirly. It's hard enough being made redundant, but to do it by mail is complete cowardice. I do believe you're right in that the Universe is telling you something. I've a strong feeling there is something much better waiting for you. I also believe you can do anything you set your mind to. Hugs are the most amazing things humans can share. They're a gift of love and caring, sharing comfort and strength. My mum gave the most incredible hugs, herself a single parent with 8 children to contend with. We were sometimes a challenge but, to mum, we were always a source of joy. I learned how to hug from my mum. If you close your eyes, dear Shirly, let yourself feel a long, warm hug from the other side of the planet. Rest your head into my shoulder. I won't let go until you feel you're alright. I'll admit I hadn't even realised your Pinay heritage. I have many Filipino friends, both here and in the home islands. I've been there and have every intention of returning. Such a beautiful people with the happiest of hearts. Speaking of humbling experiences, seeing a people who generally have so little and still maintain an inspiring joy of life, I have only the greatest respect for the Filipina. I don't know enough Tagalog but I speak enough to be kind, respectful and polite. Mula sa iba't ibang panig ng mundo, kaibigan, nakikita ko ang iyong lakas. Masaya ako na natagpuan ko ang iyong channel at isang kamag anak na espiritu sa iyo. If ever you feel down, maglaan ng oras para basahin ulit ang mga comments sa channel mo. Marami akong nakikitang naniniwala sa inyo. Ingat ka lagi, kaibigan Shirly. Ang mga yakap ko sa iyo, lagi. ♥

[@SoulCareOver50]

Oh my goodness. Thank you so much for your kind words, your virtual hug and loving support. You really touched my heart. You must have had a busy household, with seven siblings? Where in the world are you? Thank you for your Tagalog message, I had to Google translate it 😂 You are very kind. Sending you love and hugs back from the UK, Shirly ❤

[@Sp33gan]

@@SoulCareOver50 Oh my gosh, Shirly, I'm sorry to make you have to work for your message. That wasn't my intention, though I'm happy you appreciated my words. ☺ I'm from Vancouver, Canada, blessed to be in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. More than 100,000 Filipinos agree 😁 A couple of generations back, though, and my UK roots will show ties to south Yorkshire, a tiny village in Devonshire, and London. My narcissistic ex is from the Midlands, so my kids have stronger bonds to the old country than I can claim. I escaped my bonds in a merciful divorce 🤣

[@RolandForest]

Thinking good thought for you….peaceful nights with solid rest to face the challenges of each day ahead.

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you for your support 💜

[@robertdavies9594]

I'm 69 and not giving up on wanting to be a racing driver! While we breathe we have a chance at life and living how we choose to live. keep your strong mindset and believe that you are worthy of your desires. Nor sure if i mentioned in a previous video about Dr Wayne Dyer saying to someone who had been made redundant! "Wonderful" Now you have the opportunity to follow your dreams! Keep following your's Shirley. 😊

[@roswb5388]

Blessings to you I hope things improve in your life I’m sure it well🥰

[@SoulCareOver50]

@roswb5388 thank you so much 🥰

[@jbellbird9050]

Lovely to see parts of London thanks. So sorry that you've gone through so much regarding the loss of your job. Let's hope a better one eventuates. I lost my husband a year ago and understand about feeling low and needing to get out of the house ❤ ☀

[@SoulCareOver50]

@jbellbird9050 I'm so sorry for your loss, I hope you're on the road to healing. Thank you for your kindness, I'm glad that you enjoyed the scenes of London 🤗🥰

[@margarettownsley9500]

Hi Shirley keep strong just as the seasons change so will your circumstances and I really hope it’s soon thank you for sharing your video I resonate with a lot you have said 🙏🏻💖

[@SoulCareOver50]

Hi Margaret, thank you so much! I know it’s only January, but this year feels so long already! 😂 I hope you’re well? How are you getting on with the magnesium?

[@margarettownsley9500]

@@SoulCareOver50 hi Shirley I’ve only started taking the magnesium this morning I hope it does some good I feel the same like I’ve been in winter for a long time wish you lived closer to Scotland we could be friends one thing difficulty does is make us stronger in the end I could write a book honestly I’ve got you a coffee hope you receive it ok as I’m not good on computers thank you so much Shirley 🙏🏻

[@Cat-bz7tm]

Pray about this situation , I hope god sends you the right job , and surrounds you with positive people .

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you 💜

[@lucythornton7402]

I really enjoy your videos

[@christucker7328]

I know it's frustrating looking for a new job, keep positive, it will happen and I hope it happens very soon and that you get a better job that you will really enjoy. I wish you all the best, take care.

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you for your support 😊

[@Surfingsneakers]

Purple turtle neck! Looks great

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you 😊

[@Contessa998]

I applaud your strength………..God bless you…

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you so much. Many blessings to you too 😊💕

[@nicola1466]

Thinking of you, sending you well wishes. You are so strong and brave. Also purple is beautifulon you! Im also having difficult days, trying to keep my head up! By the way you were not stupid for trusting in someone else in the past, its because you are a good person and expected the same.

[@SoulCareOver50]

Hi Nicola, thank you so much for your kind words and support. I'm sorry to hear that you're having difficult days too. How are you doing? I hope you're doing well. As for trusting others, you'd think at 48 (our ages at the time), that people outgrow deceitfulness. Apparently not! Sending you hugs and that life turns around for you too 🤗❤

[@kiarntz]

❤

[@SoulCareOver50]

❤

[@LittleQween65]

A very inspirational and pleasant vlog. ❤

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you much ❤️

[@signalcabin]

Heh, MacDona;d's. Went into MacDonald's Temple Var the other day. Got cappucino, apple pie and a blueberry muffin. Yes I eat a lot of junk food.

[@SoulCareOver50]

Oh dear 😂 I can only take so much junk food, then it makes me feel urgh. So it’s a case of once in a while for me 😃

[@rachell4444]

Carry on. Start applying for jobs. I find going for a walk helps my mental health.

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you 😊

[@Surfingsneakers]

Is Paddington station nearby ?

[@SoulCareOver50]

Paddington is about 45 minutes and several train changes. By car it will probably take way more than an hour, depending on the time of the day. During peak hours, it's best and cheaper to take public transport (when it's working on time!) 😂

[@Surfingsneakers]

Hey Shirley, is there a chance you could be a tutor for o level or a level, you are like a nurturing figure

[@SoulCareOver50]

Hello. I don't think I have the mental, emotional or physical strength to deal with teenagers!

[@roswb5388]

❤️🌹✨

[@SoulCareOver50]

❤

[@wildeevolution]

You’re not at square one. You have a KZbin channel!

[@SoulCareOver50]

Thank you so much. Here's to a successful 2025 for all of us! 😃