Less than two years ago I got my first job in years after an extended period as a SAHM.
My relationship with DC's dad, who I was financially dependent on, had ended a while before and it took me a long to time to extricate myself fully from what was a very unhealthy situation.
I suffered depression and anxiety and had so little confidence I didn't think I'd be able to get even the most basic of jobs.
When youngest DC started school, I got a job (part time, not much more than min wage) which I loved and was very good at. I worked hard, showed potential, was promoted twice in my first year and next week I start my new full-time career at the same workplace in a field I am really passionate about with a good salary/benefits and flexibility around my DC.
I didn't think I'd ever get here and my future, and that of my DC, looks much brighter. I've had counselling which has been great and now have a wonderful DP as well.
Not a braggy thread. I just wanted to post for any other MNers who might be out there going through similar relationship breakdowns/tough times especially those who've been SAHMs for long periods and lost their sense of identity and self-worth career-wise.
You can do it and your life could be unrecognisably better in just a year or two.
🍷 for everyone.