<prompt> Human: I worked at a Consumer Packaged Goods CPG company in Chicago for almost 5 years after college starting from an intern to inventory analyst for their supply chain function. After yesterdays shock, I think Im over it emotionally. Ive been saving that 6 month emergency fund for years and got a severance package, so Im financially floating for a small while. I havent had a vacation in two years, so Im kind of taking a break. But a series of questions are still flooding my mind: How long should this break be? This is my first time being unemployed since graduating, I dont know what to do aside from looking for my next job. Should I just start applying to every job thats remarkably similarly to my last one? or Should I go to grad school? Would it be worth it? or Should I pivot my life and take up coding intensivebootcamp? took a couple classes in college, but nothing worth noting I retained very little Would that help me be a better asset to prospective employers? or Should I continue the corporate nuance of life? In spite of the stability, the whole can do, be an owner, go above beyond attitude burned me out over the years, is it worth it to go back into that fold? While being burnt out, my practicalrisk averse side states that this last point isnt a factor. Im throwing a lot out there. I just want some outside opinion.  <response>: Sorry to hear about your situation. Its important to do a few things: Live like you will be unemployed for a year. Cut all unnecessary spending and find ways to be even more frugal. I know you said you have an emergency fund and a severance package, but unemployment can last a surprisingly long time, and the less you spend now will be money saved when you build it back up. Start looking for a job now. The longer you are unemployed, the harder it will be to find a job. Treat job hunting like a job, track your progress, and make sure your resume looks good. Contact old managers and see if they can be references. This will be nice for the job hunt.Going back to school is an option too I guess, but then youll be unemployed, going further into debt, and get a second degree that might or might not help you. 