Layoff happened 11 days ago, feeling lost - what worked for you?

I lost my job as a store manager and I am not sure what to do first. I have a box of my things and a short letter about benefits. What did you do in the first week?

File for unemployment right away. Do not wait for severance decisions. The date you file can matter.

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