According to the Center for Reintegration, finding a meaningful job is one of the mainstays of recovery and can provide a sense of belonging and identity, as well as a purpose outside of yourself. However, the prospect of searching for a job is frightening for most people–with or without a mental illness–because approaching a potential employer feels risky and the possibility of rejection is always present. The Center offers some tips from experts that can make preparing for and applying for jobs less intimidating. Improve your chances for success as you approach potential employers by first reading these tips here.