I just got a better job because I'm a single parent of 3 and I need the money! I've always been quite ambitious but have realised that I can't commit to the extra hours needed to move directly upwards in my field, so I wanted to work somewhere I'd have great up to date knowledge and keep developing myself whilst not heading a company or anything. Like a sideways (better paid) move.
I'm now doing a role which was done by someone who didn't work full time, so then I've got various extra responsibilities on top to justify the extra hours. I can do it all, it's all great, I'm enjoying it. It is a physically and emotionally demanding job and is a challenge, I'm not coasting along by any means, and I've been motivated by the new job.
BUT my personal life is hard. I'm always stressed about all the kids stuff going on and we have court proceedings regarding their father which are really emotive and mentally draining (also loads of admin!)
AIBU to ask to 'just' do the part time hours and sort of demote myself. As I earn more now I'd be paid the same for the lower hours as I was in my previous full time role (just moved jobs a month before Xmas) so I know we could just about survive on that.
YANBU- take the time off
YABU- you moved job to get more money, crack on with it.