When did you tell people?

[NickyNora]

Dp left our home 3 weeks ago. So far only my adult dc & 1 sister know.

When did other people tell their families & friends they had split up?

Bump

I waited untill I was ready emotionally then told people. I didn't want to cry when it was mentioned by co-workers and trust me it will be if you work outside the home.

How are you doing dealing with things? You will know when it's right for you. Don't tell untill you are ready.

I'm not upset. Embarressed would bedt describe how i feel.

The only person in my family to never marry & now a single parent to 4dc.

I told immediate family within a few weeks , I cried but it felt better knowing they knew and they were good support . Everyone else only when I had to and felt ready to , some don't know even now months later. School parents, I waited a few months then told the biggest gossip and she did the job for me .
Don't feel embarrassed , you'll be amazed how great everyone is and the ones who aren't can sod off xx

You have nothing to feel embarrassed about! Sorry about your break up, it’s always a crap thing to go through no matter what the reasons.

I told people as I saw them. I was the one to leave so had to let people friends and work know I’d moved.

People will be sympathetic. Everyone who likes and loves you will want to support you so reach out to them when you feel ready.

Ah that's good.

My family won't understand & aren't supportive.

It was my decision, 2 of my dc have SN so a difficult situation.

My sister told me and our parents straight away and asked Mum to tell all other relatives. Could your sister do the same?
Don’t feel embarrassed, other people don’t have right to judge you, they don’t live your life.