As a result of a reorganization, I was moved from a supervisory
position to a non-supervisory position two months ago.  It was a
sudden move and I am still in shock.  What has happened is that I am
now isolated from all the work going on in my immediate organization. 
There are some extenuating circumstances which have made me feel
alone, isolated, and not wanted.  I need some advice on how to handle
being shunned in this manner while I am looking for a new job.  The
latter is taking much longer than I expected and I need to keep my
morale up.  I spend much of my time on the internet as people can
easily see over my shoulder at my computer screen if they come into my
cubicle.  I am literally in a corner cubicle against a wall as far as
possible from my boss.  In particular:  are there chat rooms that I
can use?  what about suggestions for relaxation or other (subliminal?)
tapes/CD's?  I am exercising every day now and that helps.

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Request for Question Clarification by mvguy-ga on 25 Nov 2003 09:38 PST

Is your main goal
1) to boost your morale?
2) to be successfull at your current job?
3) to try to get a different position at work?
4) to get a new job as soon as possible?
5) none, several or all of the above?

Thanks.

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Clarification of Question by elra-ga on 28 Nov 2003 17:21 PST

In answer to MVGUY - I am trying to maintain morale and at least an
acceptable level of performance during this period.  The comment made
by czh is true, that is the background of this situation.  Webscout's
comments come closest to what I need, but I really am looking for some
sort of chat room or similar venue to use.  I truly am being shunned
by people I used to work with, so taking them to lunch is not what I
would want to do (but I would if it were a different set of folks).  I
am not even being allowed to step in for my boss in his absence, even
though I held a similar position (and replaced him when I was hired). 
Lot's of interpersonal stuff here, and I need to hang on with dignity.
 Sites anyone?

You should try to meet a few of your co-workers. take them to luonch

I think you should make it a point to not allow your situation to
define your self worth, etc. You have direction in wanting to seek
other empolyment - having a goal is great. Meanwhile, see this as a
challenge for yourself that, once you get through it, will elevate
your personal character to a higher level. As far as being "shunned,"
perhaps it's more of your interpretation? - in other words, the shock
of the change has made you seem a bit vulnerable and victimized to a
degree? Understand that you have the power within yourself to get the
solution to your situation. I'm on your side:)

While at work, work. Earn you paycheck and forget about your worries
by focusing on adding value for your employer. Share your feelings
with your boss if you are feeling marginalized and under-utilized.
Tell her you that you feel you could add more value if you were give
x, y, and z responsibilities. Point out your past accomplishements and
state that you are eager to help your boss be successful as you have
done in the past. If it's turned into a sink or swim environment, then
Swim Forrest SWIM!

Researchers, see prior related question for additional information.

http://answers.google.com/answers/threadview?id=250747
Q: Drowning in a reorganization dilemma