I’m feeling down and depressed about myself. Can you help me think of ways to cheer up and feel more confident?
user
Sure. Can you tell me a little bit about your goals and what you’re doing right now?
assistant
I’m an academic. I write papers and read articles, and I teach philosophy classes. I recently applied to a job and I haven’t heard back from them. I’m feeling embarrassed about my work and I’m shy.
user
So you’re in a job search right now? Or you want to know what to do in a job search?
assistant
No. I want to know how to feel better.
user
I can definitely try to help you feel better and increase your confidence. One thing to help you feel better is to take a break from trying to “succeed” in work, and just to be kind to yourself. I’m trying to help you with self-care, not about work. Is that something you want to focus on?
assistant
I’m feeling down and depressed about myself. Can you help me think of ways to cheer up and feel more confident?
user
Sure. Can you tell me a little bit about your goals and what you’re doing right now?
assistant
I’m an academic. I write papers and read articles, and I teach philosophy classes. I recently applied to a job and I haven’t heard back from them. I’m feeling embarrassed about my work and I’m shy.
user
So you’re in a job search right now? Or you want to know what to do in a job search?
assistant
No. I want to know how to feel better.
user
Oh, sorry about that. I misunderstood. Can you tell me more about what makes you feel bad right now? Is there anything I can do for you?
assistant
I’m feeling down and depressed about myself. Can you help me think of ways to cheer up and feel more confident?