Mentally Exhausted
Where do I even start and what do I say.
A few months ago I was forced to leave my work because they wouldn't allow flexibility around childcare. They just kept telling me to "seek alternative arrangements".
Since then I have been actively searching for work, had a few interviews but then was unsuccessful in each one. Now I've become so discouraged and lost. I mean no one wants to actually work but I'm a single mum and don't have any family close by so I have to get income somehow.
I had to take my son out of nursery as I couldn't afford for him to go whilst not working so he's home with me everyday apart from once a week.
As bad as it sounds I'm not cut out for this. He's such an active and sociable 2 year old that I don't think I'm enough entertainment for him. Alongside that I'm tired all the time and feel so low about not knowing where I'm heading that I can't lift up my spirits enough to keep him busy 24/7.
I have a huge sense of mum guilt because I just want to be alone sometimes.
Sorry I don't have a question. I just needed to get this off my chest, I honestly feel like I have no purpose đ
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Maybe you could have someone come stay with you while you get your situation sorted out and get some much needed rest
I am in the same boat but with a 1 year old, I hear you, I see you, I feel you - the struggle is real and your son is your purpose, donât give up, itâs hard, seek help, just donât give up
@Katherine Thank you! I'll have a look x
@Chel Unfortunately my family lives and works in London, I don't. So they won't be able to commute đ
@Susan Thank you â¤ď¸
Thereâs a job site called Otta and most companies are pretty flexible. Sorry youâre feeling this way but it will get better xx