How to cope with going seperate ways

[Sellingsunsets]

Me and my partner are ending our relationship after 6 years and a 3yo DS. There has been some infidelity in recent months die to both of just being unhappy and having different views on life and relationships. He says I should move out but I'm not going anywhere. I'm the sole carer of our DS who has special needs and Im not going to upset him like that so I'll be staying put. I suffer with mental health problems and have done for many years, namely anxiety and OCD. My partner has never been supportive of this. He's very much every thing is his way or no way and he doesnt even really want to be a dad to our DS but will to his other son "part time". I know it's probably for the best, we clearly came keep eachother happy, I have tried to meet him halfway and do things that are showing willing but he says its not good enough. I'm scared about being a single parent and also living completely alone with DS. I don't have any friends or family nearby and am quite isolated. Please any word of advice, I don't really know how I will cope.

My dear old Nan had a saying:
"It wasn't meant to be." I remember this every time I have any type of disappointment because it makes me feel better. Yes, one door has closed but that's opened up the possibility of something far better coming along and invariably it does.

It will be hard coping on your own, ofcourse it will, but you will do it because clearly you are a strong and capable woman who has managed so far to raise your son virtually single-handledly whilst simultaneously having to live with Mr My-Way-Or-The-Highway. Imagine how much easier it's going to be without this overgrown man-child sulking about the place. And you are correct, do not under any circumstances give up your home.

You will find new friends and neighbours for support and companionship. And I suspect your anxiety will calm down once Twat-Face leaves because the tension in the house must be unbearable. Adopt the mantra:
"I can do this. And I will do this."💪