Does anyone actually expect that someone will reconsider their career choice based on an anonymous post on an Internet forum? Most wannabe pilots actually realise that it's tough out there, but still try their best. Some manage to get through and have a decent lifetime of flying, others fall flat on their face. It's a combination of ability, attitude, contacts and, unfortunately, luck and timing. And largely a matter of how much you're willing to sacrifice for the sake of flying. The latter is one reason why I do expect that some of the redundant pilots will not be back once things pick up - the most common reason for calling quits is that the compromises required with personal life, family etc become unacceptable for the individual.