Analog Protocol (v0.1) – A hardware-level reboot for the human brain after a layoff

Summary: Analog Protocol (v0.1) is a paper-based system designed to help individuals stabilize mentally after layoffs or burnout by forcing the brain into a "Safe Mode." It provides a 48-hour "Cooling Protocol" and a "System Recovery Schematic" to aid cognitive recovery without digital distractions.

What it does

The system uses manual, logic-driven steps to guide users through a mental reset, avoiding apps and screens. It encourages a break from digital stimuli to help users regain clarity before resuming job search activities.

Who it's for

This tool is intended for people experiencing burnout or unemployment who find standard career advice ineffective and need a structured mental reset.

Why it matters

It addresses the gap where conventional career advice fails by treating unemployment as a system error requiring a cognitive reboot rather than a simple behavioral fix.