I was suddenly made redundant last night. My organization decided to cut headcount, and since I'm working as a subcontractor for a pharmaceutical MNC from China, I was affected despite being in my role for less than two months. I was in IT support at a massive green-field industrial manufacturing facility in Tuas, Singapore, and I feel completely crushed by this news. It's hard not to question my self-worth, and I even felt a bit suicidal after hearing about the layoff. My direct manager was supportive and understanding, but ultimately, the decision wasn't his to make. My contractor has offered to help me find a new role quickly, but I'm feeling disillusioned with the corporate world. It's so cold and harsh, especially in this unstable economic climate. I would prefer to pursue something I love, even if it means taking a pay cut from my current salary of $5.5k. At 34, I'm feeling the pressure of Singapore's competitive job market, and I'm barely hanging on financially, which adds to my despair. I've even started buying lottery tickets for fun, hoping for a life-changing win, but I know it's unrealistic. I just feel overwhelmed by the corporate politics and capitalism. I’m open to changing industries entirely, but I’m unsure which direction to take. I have bipolar disorder and have faced many challenges to get to where I am today. Last night, I reached out to a SOS hotline because I needed someone to talk to; my partner couldn't fill that role. I have over ten years of experience in photography, but since COVID hit, work has been scarce. I’m tired of the instability and desperately need a source of income, but I also crave happiness and predictability in my life. I’m looking for advice on what industries I should consider entering next.