He is disappointed! How can I cheer him up?

[never-too-late]

My boyfriend and I are in a long-distance relationship. It has not been easy for us but we have always overcame everything and we have been together for almost 3 years. Anyway, he has been looking for a job in my country, near my city for the last 3 months but he has not been able to get what he wants. Moreover, one of the guys has messed him about. Anyway, he has just called me to say he is really down and disappointed and he said that he does not feel anymore motived to do his search. He said he is actually gutted and he said he will look for a job he likes in his city. He said he is sorry for me but he has been down about it and he cannot do it. I told him that I am sure he will make the right decision but I am worried about him. He sounded so down. Why is he so down in relation with me? What should I tell him? How can I encourage him? I am scared he will give up on us as well now. I am going to see him in 2 weeks for New Year's Eve. Please help.

[robowarrior]

Tell him NOT to listen to that guy who is messing around with him then tell him There is no failure except in no longer trying. There is no defeat except from within, no really insurmountable barrier save our inherent weakness of purpose. He CAN get a job, KEEP ON TRYING!!!

[Momene]

Can you move nearer to him? If not, I think he should rest from the search and try again in the new year.

[Juliana]

I agree. Job searches are very difficult and hard on the soul. Try to cheer him up and tell him that you love him; take a break from the pressure for awhile.