The unsung voyagers of vulnerability are job seekers.

Most of them haven't asked to practice their vulnerability skills yet everyday here they are:

Getting their hopes up, then "regrouping" when those hopes get continually dashed.
Reaching out to acquaintances, former colleagues, friends and admitting that they don't know something, that they're afraid for their job and/or that they need help.
Staring down their accomplishments - and perceived lack thereof - every single time they submit an application. Especially the torturous ones that require that a "restate your resume" form be filled out...in addition to attaching a resume.
Experiencing the shame of flat-out ghosting. Over and over and over.
Wondering about their future, unable to picture how they'll be spending their days next week, next month, next year.
Fearing for their finances and running the numbers over and over. Dodging friends' invitations for fun that has a price tag. Watching their savings (if any) flood out the door.

If you know a job seeker, let them know you see them and recognize the weight they're carrying.

And if you are one: I see you, voyaging vulnerability, every day.