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I've just tipped over in front of DS (17)

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CandyCrushLevel14809 · 18/10/2026 14:36

I am under a huge amount of pressure at the moment.
DS knows this.
He does not see me phone Samaritans a few times a week to cry and offload (which allows me to reset).
I am doing my best to be a good Mother, but I've just tipped over with the pressure of what he's asking of me.
I monologued how unhappy I am. Doing a job I don't feel valued in, awaiting a job rejection tomorrow, trying to find a job before the end of the year (it's dominating every aspect of my life),I struggle to get out of bed, I feel completely inadequate as seemingly all DS's mates have parents able to take the kids to wherever they want to be at the drop of a hat. I am a lone parent.

I do have people checking in on me, but I have asked them not to talk about work. I don't know how many more rejections I can take.

FayeMumsnet · 18/10/2026 15:08

Hi, OP.

We're sorry to hear that things are feeling so difficult for you right now. We can see that another Mumsnetter has suggested reaching out to the Samaritans, and we'd encourage you to consider doing that if you feel able. We know that asking for help isn't always easy, but talking things through with someone can make a real difference. Please take good care of yourself, and remember that you don't have to face this on your own. We're thinking of you. 💐

Best wishes,
Faye
MNHQ.

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