Hi all,
So life is a fanstastic journey. Amazing where we find ourslves. Reading through some of the posts makes me feel almost ashamed to air my issues.
I'm 40 - Useless PhD in biological sciences (no jobs/few opportunities that actually pay).
Mortgage. 2 kids (4 & 7) - I have been stay at home dad for 3 years. Previous two workplaces very toxic environments - I have some anxiety regarding returning to work, and honestly wanted to look after the kids in their early years (this is coming to an end as they reach school age). Its hard work (kids) between fun times is a lot of repetition, negotiation and cleaning...
Wife - stressed at work - feels pressure as income provider, guilty mother for working (had 12 months maternity leave with both). Says that she's had enough of my unhappiness. Any discussions seem to end up in an argument. Sex is an issue - me more adventurous than her, but not in a crazy way. I do feel that my climax is an anti-climax which she doesn't understand as she is often quickly and relatively easily satisfied.
I'm looking at going back to work - not sure what though. Job market is tough - considering doing teaching diploma but feel that its a last resort and pay is terrible considering ~15 year career + qualifications.
Me - introvert. Find solace alone or with my partner, without the need for many friends. Often exhausted at the end of the day which is mistaken for unhappiness/depression. Have done the calculators and seen GP - all come in as a bit blue, but nothing serious.
But I do feel completely and utterly stuck in this.
So I'll probably answer my own question - counselling for work anxiety and career aspirations/expectations and couple counselling for us to work on our issues.
