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Struggling and I know it

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Gemls3123 · 01/03/2023 16:21

I don’t for one second condone my behaviour as a parent. I will admit I have struggled.

My daughter is currently living with my ex because I admitted I was having a hard time. I lost both my parents and without explaining too much I found Christmas particularly difficult. Me and my ex had a good relationship until he started a new family. Although I am happy for him it put a huge strain on our relationship and it has came to the point where I feel scared to talk to him.

After my parents death I asked the doctor for a change in medication. It’s still not sorted after over a year and I feel like I’m letting everyone down for some things that could easily be fixed. I get doctors are overwhelmed but how can you help yourself if the only option is to rely on other people.

I don’t need suicidal support but sometimes it is nice to just be able to tell people how you’re feeling without any repercussions or them wanting to try and fix you.

I’m sure I can’t be the only one and feeling very lonely as I’m sure a lot of others are.

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Mama1209 · 01/03/2023 16:23

It’s not just you! I feel like a complete failure atm too. I try my best but my 2 oldest kids have really struggled with school and their mental health since lockdown and I feel like it’s all my fault!

Gemls3123 · 01/03/2023 16:29

Mama1209 · 01/03/2023 16:23

It’s not just you! I feel like a complete failure atm too. I try my best but my 2 oldest kids have really struggled with school and their mental health since lockdown and I feel like it’s all my fault!

I struggled a lot during lockdown too and I can’t imagine how your kids must have felt. I don’t think anyone has recovered from the pressure it put on people. My dad died from Covid after lockdown so I’m not even sure how much good it did. You’re not alone x

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Mama1209 · 01/03/2023 16:32

God bless you that’s awful! Yes, I agree covid has played a huge part. It sounds like you have had a lot to handle. I think you made the right decision by asking dad to step in. Don’t be too hard on yourself! Things WILL get better x

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Gemls3123 · 01/03/2023 16:37

Mama1209 · 01/03/2023 16:32

God bless you that’s awful! Yes, I agree covid has played a huge part. It sounds like you have had a lot to handle. I think you made the right decision by asking dad to step in. Don’t be too hard on yourself! Things WILL get better x

It felt like the right decision but I will always feel like I’ve let my daughter down. Thank you for your kindness x

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