You're happily (sort of) working along when you get the news that your job is going to end in two weeks. What now? The man who receives this notice is actually thrilled (mostly) with this idea. The job has gotten to the point where it is sucking the life out of him. His passion is to start his own business, and this change will allow him to focus more time on that. Yes, finances may be tough for a bit, but the long-term goal is so close now!

His wife, not so much. She knew his job was going to end soon, but not this soon. Her husband brings in most of the family's income, so she is nervous. How does this get resolved?

If the wife isn't confident or supportive of her  husband's dreams, she's going to be pushing him to find another job. If she feels this way, then he apparently has not successfully communicated his dreams and plans as to how he will proceed. We can't leave those who depend on us in the dark. Their support should be a component in our plan for success.