I am a white male over 40. I agree while being displaced was unsettling at first, but having time away has brought an invigorating sense of release. The "golden handcuffs" are off, no DM's trying to mold me into twisted versions of themselves as was bashed into their brains from the grossly outdated training format. I've secured a position outside of the industry where people are praised for their experience and expertise, not punished because the CFO, who is obviously running the show needs another couple mil to line his pocket before he jumps ship to ensure the demise of another company. Being released last year has been probably the best thing that's happened to my carrer since first entering into this unforgiving industry. I feel that I can actually have a career, instead of a job that is in jeopardy at no fault of mine on a quarterly basis. There are positions for everyone, you just have to be patient, network your butt off, and be persistent. Most importantly stay positive. People can smell negativity, especially when interviewing. I have no hostility toward NVS moving forward, and have maintained a positive attitude throughout the entire process of re-entering the worforce. I am doing what those of you who weren't appreciated should also do, find a company that hasn't lost it's identity and thrive. When mistreated in business, the best revenge is reaching a level of success beyond those who've under estimated your value.