Stressed single mum

Jambi27 — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 04:31:51 GMT

Hi, I’m not sure why I’m here. I just feel really flat and sad.

I’m a single parent. Working part time, studying part time, parenting 50/50. I’m going through court proceedings for property settlement with my ex, who is controlling. Looking to lodge proceedings for parenting too, to create significant distance and break away from this behaviour.

in a weird way, court proceedings might make it worse. But I haven’t decided what to do yet.

Finances are shocking, due to a Centrelink error, and my being a stay at home parent during the relationship. My car is acting up, and I’d just saved enough to get it sorted, however this error means I will be choosing between food and rent this week. My car has to wait.
It’s a lot. All at once.

I am very tired. I have so much on my plate, that there isn’t enough time for me to date despite wanting to, and I’m so poor that I can’t afford to do things that I enjoy. Leaving me feeling really isolated.
Although I have a good support network, I feel like I don’t have a safe place to land when things get really rough in life. No one in my network has experienced mental abuse, and all of them are single or partnered.

Things are really rough at the moment.

Re: Stressed single mum

smallwolf — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 08:49:28 GMT

hello and welcome,

I'm so sorry to hear that you're feeling flat and sad. It sounds like you have so much on your plate, and it's understandable this is all taking a toll on you. Being a single parent, working and studying part-time, and going through court proceedings can be incredibly stressful and overwhelming.

I can only imagine how difficult it must be to navigate all of these challenges, especially when finances are tight and you feel isolated. I want you to know that you're not alone and that it's okay to reach out for help. It's okay to feel like you don't have a safe place to land, but please know that there are people who care about you and want to support you through this tough time.

Please take care of yourself and know that there are people who care about you and are here for you. I hope some of this help. If you want to talk more about what is happening to you, I am listening...

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