India, Aug. 10 -- Losing a job, particularly in the middle of one's career, can be financially and emotionally unsettling. However, a man who experienced a layoff in his 40s has offered a different perspective, arguing that such a setback can also bring unexpected lessons about friendships, money and one's relationship with work.

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The man, who shares videos through his Instagram account 'Midlife Reboot', describes himself in his bio as an "18 yrs corporate leader" who was laid off. His bio adds: "Proving that a midlife layoff isn't the end-it's the reset."

In a recent Instagram clip, the man spoke about what ...