Just got laid off, what should I do first? - 8 months and counting

I was let go as an event coordinator this week and I am still in shock. I have a box of my things and a short letter about benefits. Which steps were urgent?

I made a short list: benefits, bills, documents, and then my résumé. One thing each day kept me steady.

Give yourself the first couple of days to be upset. I did, and then I felt able to plan.