what i haven’t told you about my unemployment era

[@CAT-dm7fr]

So cool to see how you have progressed from "perfect student" to today. With my own personal life I was also raised to go into a high-paying office job but have entered my "fuck-it" era, seeing this video reminded me of the idea that people (especially women) who didn't act out in their teens end up doing so in their 20's when the stakes are higher.

[@close_butnocigar]

So excited to see where your unemployment journey leads you! I also work in tech in the Bay Area and the grind is so real. I quit a job that I hated in Feb 2020 and took about 5 weeks off. I hiked alone every day, journaled, read so many books, spent time with friends and family, etc. I slowed down for the first time and it was exactly what I needed. I was initially planning on taking 4-6 months off, but a great opportunity dropped in my lap. As a fellow overachiever who has experienced burnout one too many times, I love this for you. Also your hair is f*cking rad ❤️

[@caterinas6863]

Are you happy in your job now? Is there hope to find work life balance?

[@Katherout]

this is so affirming!! and thank you

[@olivia_leigh1]

comrade!! i so resonate with you on redefining luxury. i quit my corporate job six months ago and i didn’t realize it was possible to love life this much. im also in the chronic illness community and i appreciate that you factored that in to your healthcare talk - i don’t normally find people who do!

[@Katherout]

a lot more considerations for us chronically ill folk! i am always learning new horrors of the american healthcare system lol

[@jazmine3621]

The look is giving ✨Bay Area teacher trying to teach high school students that it’s not that deep✨

[@AG-bq2zd]

This is IT! And I’m so into it

[@Katherout]

omfg

[@lowwastehighmelanin]

LOL the accuracy

[@eversowonderful]

Hey Katherine, I’ve been a quiet viewer for YEARS and I’m so proud of you for getting to this point! Look at you go and grow. Ahhhh love it! 💕✨

[@Katherout]

🥲🥲🥲 thank you for stepping into vocal viewer territory for this one it's so good to have you!

[@Ty-tn5uh]

I quit my job in Dec and it was the best thing I could’ve done. I’ve been living at home so my expenses are that much compared to most people. But I was able to save up for an emergency fund. Now I work part time and learning on the side (+ doing apprenticeships) to transition into another career. I’ve already decided that I don’t want to go back to a very strict company. The place I’m doing my apprenticeship at is very cool, the people are nice and it’s very laid back. And it’s all online and this is exactly what what I want for myself lol. So, I’m glad I took the time to figure out what I want.

[@meltedpoo]

U made me feel better about my unemployed era. I keep telling myself I'm going to be ok without actually believing it but this video makes me feel like, yea being unemployed is not the end of the world.

[@pfol4169]

Living in America is scary 😟😟 Actually got chills while listening to the healthcare insurance issue… best of luck!

[@Austin6403]

This just scratches the surface. Many times they deny life saving treatments. I was in The hospital in Nov 2020 and I have paid 11 bills so far. I say so far, cuz im still receiving bills. 🙂

[@Katherout]

YUPPPPP someone give me a visa challenge

[@pfol4169]

@@Katherout Come to Spain! 🇪🇸 💖💖 also, thank you so much for your videos! Inspiring, raw, pure and authentic. Keep going 👏🏼👏🏼

[@MrVikingsandra]

It's funny because I've been pondering about moving to the US (from Europe). I know I HAVE to do it at some point, I'd love to. But the more I hear about these things, the more I appreciate how lucky I am to be living in a Country that gives you free health care.

[@ariesa9751]

Yeah, as much as ppl complain about Canadian healthcare, I don't think they realize how good we have it.

[@DelianaReyesART]

YAAASSSSS queen! I feel you! In the same boat, thank you for sharing this. The world tries to make you feel crazy for choosing you instead of capitalism. I slaved away working 2/3 jobs since I was 13 and now 32 I took a year off. Family and people always try to project shame when all your trying to do is enjoy life like we are all ment to do. I commend you for breaking free from the hamster wheel!

[@Katherout]

THE WORLD MAKES YOU FEEL CRAZY FOR CHOOSING YOU

[@ThrivingNotDying]

Comrad here! I just love the hair and the message of this video. I've been in a transitional period of my life since right before the pandemic hit and the freedom to do what I want when I want has been so soothing. So much so that the thought of going back to a full time job induces panic in me. This break has put so much into perspective and has actually led me down a completely different path professionally. I'm going back to school soon and seeing where that takes me but I don't have any specific plans. Let life guide you where you need to be! Sending my love Kath 💓

[@Katherout]

resonate w this so much

[@ruthhook1234]

comrade here- as someone who quit her startup job in September in Seattle it's super heartwarming to see your journey AND I DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT APPLE HEALTHCARE and spent $ on Cobra through my old company and it was $600 a month and that knowledge could have saved me 4 grand but oh well I moved to NYC and am taking a low paying job doing what I love instead of another startup

[@Katherout]

omfg i'm sorry to make you aware 😩 it's such bullshit that no one educates you on the full range of options and it's all on you to parse through

[@oliviamadison8798]

I'm quitting in mid July. I have no plan and the closer it gets, the more anxious I am getting. But I am also so ready to be free.

[@Katherout]

!!!!!! EXCITED FOR U

[@joshwong6392]

lowkey wild ive been watching you since your college application days... puts into perspective how much time has passed glad to see you still making content being your authentic self

[@SoccerDua]

Just want to pop in and say: don’t worry about your future employment prospects. I work freelance in the television industry, which means I am unemployed every 5 months or so. Initially, this was terrifying. But over the years, I’ve always found a way to stay above water, to find a new job. Just harass everyone you know and tell them you’re looking for work, and they’ll help you out. And more to the point: you’re an intelligent person, which can’t be underestimated; you’ll be competing against loads of people without your smarts, creativity and experience- which yes, is your privilege, but it’s the truth. you’ll be just fine- even if your first job back isn’t your ideal job, you won’t be out on the streets or eat into your savings. Trust me.

[@Whatever_works]

I’ve been in the 5 day out plan for 2 years.. I work from home - I don’t work for myself but I am severely underemployed. For work life balance it works for right now. Make sure you are building the life you want. You have so much to live for and in the most beautiful state! Use the youth and time you have! Sounds like a positive outcome is the plan! 💟

[@Katherout]

building the life you want is a beautiful intention!

[@ALifeofLearning]

You are such a big inspiration for me! I have also been a chronic overachiever my entire life and I am now trying to find a new balance where I can still do good in my studies but stop obsessing over it so much that I ruin the whole experience of the degree and also my life outside of my studies. It is sometimes hard to shed old habits but I have felt so much better since I recently decided to reduce my study load to make more time for reflection and introspection.

[@sierrarevels6441]

I'm actually on the opposite path where I'm headed into my first full time job after undergrad but it's definitely nice to hear your experience and take some of those lessons for my life. Unemployment is a bit too stressful for me rn lol

[@silversally0]

comrade here! I love the OHAO concept, that's how I feel about doing dishes- right after eating is completely fine, any other time I'd rather kms. I'm not in the working world yet but I have one month "off" between the end of undergrad and starting my master's this fall and I'm determined to just enjoy myself and appreciate that freedom. Thank you for showing me what that can look like!

[@baleedat7]

Prioritizing that well being is LOVE!!!

[@Katherout]

YES

[@DipDhanesha]

Comrade here! Thank you for sharing how you are managing everything in your life. I have been worried about how to manage health care plan if I am unemployed. Its good to know that there are options other then COBRA

[@Katherout]

thankfully YES

[@eueueqi]

comrade here !! i love that last bit about 'doing nothing is doing something' will definitely start engraving that into my brain a lil more. Every time I watch your videos I just know I'll be relating to some of your stuff and it's nice you get to say the things I can't yet speak out loud for myself. Also, we all agree the hair is so 🤌💞

[@allthehui]

hello, comrade!! it's so cool seeing your journey because i've been planning for a similar one too -- proud of you! it's a difficult decision to move away from what is "societally acceptable" in this country. and excited for what's to come :)

[@madeleineafridge]

comrade here! i’m also in my fuck it unemployed era and you know what they say… besties who r unemployed together slay together. thanks for being you!

[@Katherout]

ok yeah we are comrading it up....

[@TheEdibleTable]

You’re glowing, the hair is everything, and I’m so happy for you 🙌🙌

[@veramcalves]

Comrad here! Thanks for the insights in this video, I appreciate your willingness to be so open about this stage of your life.

[@Katherout]

it's all i can do! speak to my subjective experience!

[@b.allamedia]

I discovered your channel through your quiet quitting video, and hearing you speak so candidly about your experiences with unemployment, budgeting, ‘killing the boss in your head’, etc. has brought me a lot of solace. thank you for sharing your life online in such a thoughtful and genuine way.

[@Katherout]

omg welcome!! it's really good to have you

[@K19-b6z]

Omg you look gorgeous!! Such a complete different vibe you’re giving, I love it 😍😍😍

[@Fancichick765]

Super random thought but I have been following you I wanna say since 2013/2014??? And every time you go through a journey I live vicariously through you. You’re like me with more balls 😂😂 don’t know if that makes me strange but it’s a better way to say I love your content throughout everything!

[@faithowan2680]

Comrade here 🦇 Loving everything about your unemployment era vibe. Stoked that you’re reclaiming ownership of your time, and so excited for more content featuring your fiery new hair!

[@bookishdaydreams4993]

Comrade here! I’m so happy to see you reevaluating wealth and luxury into something that is more meaningful to you. I feel like I am in a similar (but less radical) situation right now, as I only have a part-time summer job and therefore a lot of free time. It’s so freeing to be able to take care of yourself and your space and do whatever comes to mind! I’m a student and was very stressed at the end of this year because I always felt like I could/should study some more, whereas now, the time after my shifts is truly my own.

[@Katherout]

yes let us all reconstruct what luxury looks like to each of us!

[@BrookWentz]

Comrade here! You're looking so happy and healthy. Really happy for you and hope things continue going well. Good luck!

[@safaritaylor]

Comrad here! Loving all your thoughts on your shifting views of what luxury means to you right now ✨

[@taylorlien569]

Comrade here! I am exiting my unemployment era in more ways than one and I can't even begin to describe all the ways it allowed me to rethink so many things I took for granted. My unemployment wasn't willing, but it's much easier for me to see now all of the ways that it was a fundamental part of the growth that was happening in my life during this time frame. And not growth in a capitalist sense of things I can measure but more in all of the subtle ways in which my life needed to shift. Love your videos and your perspective and will definitely be subscribing to the Patreon once my unemployment era fully comes to a close.

[@Katherout]

a really beautiful perspective you have my comrade!

[@emmeline-tyler]

I don't understand the need to set an alarm if you don't have anything to get to in the morning. Why set an alarm for 8-9 hours? Why not just wake up naturally? One of my ambitions in life is to never have to set an alarm. I don't have to for my work. I will achieve this goal when I manage to start homeschooling my child and don't have to get him to school by a certain time.

[@fairyofdaisies]

comrade here! i've been in my unemployment era since i quit my job back in june of 2021, and thankfully i haven't had to worry about things like health insurance and budgeting to pay rent since i still live at home under my parent's health insurance. in this time i've gotten some essential things done like study for and get my GED, get my learner's permit and am starting to learn to drive (despite almost being 21, thanks to driving anxiety, but driving is the only option in the car dependent hell that is the US), and being the most consistent i've ever been in my pursuit of self-studying a foreign language. but after that, and after the pandemic in general, i'm just so ready to kick start my life. i have dual citizenship with the US (where i live) and the EU due to my parents and i'm really itching to be in my ✨starting the next chapter of my life in europe✨ era so i need to get a job and start saving up to have a some sort of cushion for that move and i'm not scrambling to make ends meet as soon as i get there. thank you for sharing your experience, kath!! it's been very valuable to me 💗

[@citrusandroots]

your journey has been so inspiring Katherine ❤️ sending you so much love and hope for what is presenting itself to you in every coming moment. it is so comforting to listen to your thoughts on this uncertain path!

[@lesandthecity]

Hi comrade here! I’m a new subscriber and I just wanted to tell you how much I love and appreciate your transparency! 👏🏼

[@MinimalMeghan]

I’ve been on a similar journey!! Lost my job Oct. 1st 2021, but I didn’t really care because I saved up a lot and was gonna leave in about a year anyway. So I just started part time work again in May delivery driving. I really don’t want to go back to the “hustle” life and would rather chill & have freedom over my time, even if that means not living luxuriously. Luckily I’m 23, will be 24 in August so I am still on my mom’s insurance for now. :)

[@Katherout]

omg yes love this!

[@sammkidd17]

Comrade! I appreciate this video so much. I’m a teacher in California, currently on summer break, and your words really validated the feeling to *live sloooowly* and truly listen to my body and intuition, and not live life according to productivity or even a perfect timeline! So encouraging, thank you

[@HannahlovesStories]

Comrade here! This made me so happy to watch! It gives me a lot of hope so thank you!! ✨

[@Katherout]

hope one of the best feelings so i'm glad :')

[@TheMusicalJenius]

comrade here! I am currently in a moment of not working (I just graduated college and I start teaching this fall) and instead of really enjoying this time off, I feel more anxiety about not doing anything :( I am really interested in trying to follow my intuition with what I want to do each day rather than trying to force things into a routine when I know that routine is just going to change once I start working again

[@itsGabrielaCristina]

I’m so glad you found YNAB! It has been a game changer for me

[@Katherout]

it's starting to CLICK

[@BB-tr2iu]

Comrade here! You give me hope! Pls don’t stop making me these videos it gives me hope! I thought I was the only one who feels this way at work

[@CelesteAnise]

I have always been unemployed or under employed most of my career so I have always focused on not spending. Free walks in nature are amazing and I only allow myself a coffee as my treat to myself. No outside food. I am in Washington so apple health is the insurance to get on if you are not making a lot of money.

[@heathersfullcatastrophe]

Comrade here! Wowza this was info packed! You’ve fine tuned some areas I still struggle and I totally appreciate hearing your experience. Side note re: YNAB - it is Definitely worth it to get thru the learning curve. It reduces my stress SO Much. I’ve been consistent with it since 2017 🙌

[@NiCKASAURx96]

That hair color is stunning on you especially with your eye color 😍

[@Katherout]

thank you!!!

[@alexc2265]

Yeah, COBRA didn’t make sense for me, either. 550 for an insurance that wasn’t as good for what I wanted versus what I had before from the Healthcare Marketplace for just over half the price before discounts, nope. I’m gonna go through the marketplace or wait till my next job since I’m physically well, expect work soon, and don’t get much of a discount from the marketplace this year.

[@m_h_5368]

Regarding your spending, check out some no-/low-buy channels! Christina Mychas is my favorite because she rolls debt repayment, sustainability, thrifting, and minimalism all into one gorgeous series. The content may help you shift your mentality from "no treats" to "within reason." You can develop a budget AND be a sustainable gal with a low-buy 😊

[@Katherout]

thank you for the rec!!

[@liplock000]

The hair is everythingggg

[@breathininluxembourg]

Your hair color looks good and suits you well!

[@Katherout]

thank you!!!

[@blinkur09mom]

Comrade heaaa! Thanks for answering these questions. ‘Preciate the transparency 😊

[@Katherout]

all i can offer is transparency !!

[@lowwastehighmelanin]

Comrade here❕ It's cool seeing you exploring new things and playing. Play is important!

[@AceSilver78]

i am like this exact same situation. I left my comfortable corperate job because it had burned me out and left me a husk of the person i used to be.. but like, now everything is inflated and its scary.. but i like not having a job.. but i still need one :/

[@mardiyas]

Comrad here! Considering dying my hair a bright color after being inspired by you. I rarely comment but I want to know that I always look forward to your content! 🤎

[@Katherout]

i'm glad you commented today and i HIGHLY endorse a fun color

[@mooremindfulmoments6599]

In august I’m quitting my full time job and I totally understand losing discretionary income. I’m saving saving saving! Also please share Health insurance options as a independent contractor.

[@corriesmith2294]

This discussion could not be more timely. I just left a job with Kaiser insurance and my new job has a health insurance waiting period... On top of that, I am having some weird and scary health issues at the same time 😬 thankfully, I can get insurance through my fiance but it's literally 4x what I was paying for a premium before, and all the costs within the plan are higher too. If I have a health emergency in the next few weeks, I'll have to pay, GUARANTEED, multiple thousands of dollars for an emergency room visit - in-network, after already paying hundreds of dollars per month?? But hey, at least I won't go bankrupt I guess. The American health system is a joke, but not a funny one. Otherwise, good luck to you in this journey and I hope you're able to get something positive out of it :) I'll be following along

[@Katherout]

good GOD what a chaotic healthcare situation

[@gabriellabenevento4567]

My fav video! Thank you for sharing so candidly.

[@oliviamarie5285]

I don’t think I’ve ever been this early 😍😍 Thank you for the back to back uploads girl

[@Katherout]

i TRYYYY

[@TheGong00zler]

Don’t put it down- PUT IT AWAY!!!

[@MRJOSHCHAM]

First thing you need to do is to turn off the morning alarm. Let you Circadian rhythms handle that. I will recommend you watch this Japanese film “Mori, The Artist's Habitat”. Then you will know how far you are away from what you think you want.

[@Katherout]

i would if i didn't have a sleep disorder haha....

[@_squirrelgirl_]

Continuing to LOVE THIS FOR YOU!!!

[@Katherout]

FANK YEWWWWW

[@esAmaranta]

FIRST OF ALL I LOVE YOUR HAIR

[@Katherout]

ILYYYY

[@katherinemead5556]

Comrad! Congrats on these changes :). Going through a similar era myself

[@Katherout]

HEYO comrade

[@ctw213]

Comrad here! I am quitting my job and I bought a one-way ticket. I’m moving to SF in 2 weeks! I did get another one there already though, cuz you know, money and all.

[@lauraelisee]

Comrad here! I organized my cabinet under my sink during the work day today. Oops! Haha. I feel like that’s how my brain allows me to get things done. I love the acronym OHIO for this 😄

[@tammiepulley7167]

I’m over 50 years young. I have been contracting in tech for over 20 years. I have always found contracts in spite of the fluctuations of the economy. Don’t worry be happy. I took at least 2 months off every year. At least. PS. As a single mom and stayed in the middle class in the suburbs of SF. Don’t worry. 😀

[@KJ-lc3kz]

Comrade here! Love the new hair and this new era 💜

[@Katherout]

thank you kj :)

[@carriez16]

Comrad here! Excited to continue seeing your journey!! :)

[@jo-annfat-bricks2471]

Gravity Payments is hiring, they are in Ballard, there are remote positions available and I think everyone starts at 70 large.

[@Theendlesstoil]

Fellow comrade: AHHHHH we love a hair change showing character development

[@Katherout]

it's a lil on the nose but hey it's a cliche for a reason

[@WhenItsHalfPastFive]

the job market is horrible right now, at least in tech. Depends on how much experience you have, but entry-level stuff is so difficult to get right now, interview process lengths are getting bigger. That's been my experience at least. Everyone keeps saying how good the job market is, I just don't understand how they're saying that.

[@michaelaNkristin]

This is so interesting to me! What do you think is stopping employers from hiring new people in tech?

[@rayraystinz]

Comrade here! The redefinition of luxury 🤯 going to need to reflect on that one

[@TheBeatlesToday]

Comrade here! So proud of you and your journey 💕

[@Katherout]

❤❤

[@mystiquefemme]

Oh I am all here for this yaassssss

[@BelaCurcio]

comrade here. your vids are always good reminders for me. also what is your reaction to the new bey song because i feel like you vibe

[@imamillennial]

excited for a new era!

[@Katherout]

YAY

[@berbearlol]

Hell yeah that insurance payout worked out! Stuff like that happens to me, I just got out of a lease I was worried about signing because they ended up screwing some details up. Sometimes the universe is lookin out in the weirdest ways!! 🤣 Happy to see you on this journey, I'm not far behind ya 🤩

[@Katherout]

see you soon then hehe

[@ju13hpm]

Your hair looks great!

[@Katherout]

thank you!!

[@GemaSpringer]

I am loving the hair colour 😍

[@Katherout]

thank you

[@shumonjohnson6077]

O.H.I.O - Only handle it once! Wow! Comrade here!

[@xoxjelloxox]

Your hair makes your eyes pop ! :)

[@Katherout]

❤❤❤❤

[@gabi4723]

Wow this colors make you look really good. You look very healthy, idk how to explain haha

[@GreenEarth20]

comrade do we still call them hyperlinks? :)

[@JenniferRubyHan]

This gets me curious about this opportunity. I don't know if that's possible for anyone who is unemployed plans on working as a self-employed Patreon content creator. I just don't understand.

[@strawberrymoon1906]

Comrade!

[@programmedpersona5611]

Your hair is so pretty! Good choice of color, comrade Katherine!😂

[@Katherout]

THANK U!!!!

[@DavidLindes]

3:19/3:31/4:46 - dunno if this came up in your insta suggestions, but another potential resource, if you still need one, is the book "Your Money or Your Life". Would recommend, though it seems like you're on a good course already, so it may not be needed. :) P.S. Comrade here! Though you knew that. ;)

[@fmarginalia]

There’s a book called the art of frugal hedonism you might like to check out

[@Katherout]

FRUGAL HEDONISM??? now that's for me

[@fmarginalia]

@@Katherout they’ve got a bit of a well deserved rap for writing from a position of privilege (whiteness, inheritance) but I still got a lot of good ideas and mindset changes from it

[@accidentsafe]

You look really good with this hair.

[@mellowmorgan]

my 6 months unemployed a few years ago were some of the happiest months of my life, but I just entered a new very good career and am now feeling the pressure to work at least 2 years in the field before taking my deserved "break." but when I do, I'm gonna sleep 7 hours a night finally and travel and write and be so blissed out. I think saving for retirement is bullshit. I think people should just work a couple years save up if they can then take some months off because life is short, you never know what's gonna happen, and you should not trust something as precarious as capitalist stock market to provide you retirement, nor should you fuel capitalism. you have a choice. and why toil away your young better health higher energy years and not travel, relax, go out, do stuff instead? waiting until you're old doesn't make sense. fuck the existential dread of worrying about/saving every dime for retirement.

[@Katherout]

we are very aligned my comrade

[@dayrodriguez9619]

@mellowmorgan i'd love to do this also but am so unsure how to explain to a future employer any gaps in my employment history if/when asked. unfortunately, saying i needed a break to not be depressed by our capitalist culture won't sound great, so it feels awkward navigating that potential convo. do you have any advice on this maybe? totally cool if not, just thought i'd ask

[@mellowmorgan]

@@dayrodriguez9619 I lied for one job and said my dad had a heart attack and I needed to stay with him for a while. Because they asked about the 3-month gap I had, sure enough. Every once in a blue moon i had to remember my lie, but not often. And i know it's hard to lie sometimes, but that's what the capitalist hellscape gets. Don't feel bad lying on resumes or in interviews. why should you? I'm lucky to have gotten into a field with a huge labor shortage and demand for experienced people, so they are unlikely to care, and it's easy to fudge resumes.

[@theartofprocessing]

Comrade here 🙌

[@ByConn]

Comrade here! Love you!

[@nerdatmath]

Comrade here!

[@tjshull98]

“Quechins” Can never let go of our roots can we? 😂

[@indrinita]

comrade here!

[@astridrojass]

comrade here❤️ perhaps a favorite books video in our future 🔮🔮

[@LaraUAE]

Haha not the Omar Apollo merch.

[@Katherout]

i luv him too much

[@winnie4742]

comrade here! would highly recommend how to do nothing by jenny odell re: your point about how doing nothing is doing something!

[@Katherout]

it's been on me list for everrrrr

[@IkeSpeaksUp]

I would be very afraid to be unemployed rn going into this market crash

[@janellemargot4376]

Who do you sell your car too? I wanna look into it.