"We Have to Let You..." When you are tapped to leave during a company downsizing, your sense of security changes in an instant. You were a good employee.why you? Layoffs are happening to people everywhere but now it has hit home. After the initial shock or anger, how do you deal with this change? What appears to be a painful transition, could be God's way of exchanging your pink slip for new opportunities. This author has also experienced a massive company layoff and shares insights on becoming "downsized up."