[aristofun]

Bad news: you need to find a backup plan to wait it out. Remember, it’s not about you, it’s about current economy and politics. Sometthing out of your control.

Good news: everything ends. Including bad times and hypes. You and your skills will be in demand one day. Guaranteed. As long as you keep them sharp and keep learning.

If i were you (in fact i was in somewhat similar situation long time ago) - I’d try to start a startup, build and sell some product. One after another, until something sticks. Even if nothing sticks - i get out of it with valuable skills and experience.

[aireo]

> Remember, it’s not about you, it’s about current economy and politics. Sometthing out of your control.

This is a really important point to remember, and I appreciate you bringing it up.

> I’d try to start a startup, build and sell some product. One after another, until something sticks. Even if nothing sticks - i get out of it with valuable skills and experience.

Another great point. At the very least, I'm learning and building skills, and that's not time wasted.

Thanks for taking the time to share, and I hope you're now in a position you find meaningful!