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To want to give up

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HolyGuacamole28 · 09/05/2023 06:53

I’m an older married mum of two lovely kids, aged 1 and 3. I work full time in a stressful job, with a long commute once a week, rest wfh. I should love my life (and I am grateful) but I’m so beaten down by it all. Trying to be successful at everything and compete in the workplace whilst managing the house chores and the bills (inc high mortgage and nursery fees) is exhausting. My DH works long hours but I’m the higher earner. So much pressure. I know it’s not unique but sometimes I just want to end it all and rest. Am I a selfish cow?

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LivMumsnet · 09/05/2023 10:58

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