Quit Job? Paul: I’m seriously thinking about quitting my teaching job and moving in w/ my parents. When ex and I decided to separate in June, I wanted to move closer to family, but not too close. I am currently 3 hours from ex, and 1.5 hours from my parents. My parents offered to take me in for whatever amount of time I needed. I took them up on it over the summer, then, in Aug. took a teaching job 90 minutes away from them, got my own apartment etc. Here’s the problem: I am “losing it” emotionally. I’ve come very close on several occasions to breaking down in front of my students. I hate the job and don’t feel I’m up to the pressure. (BTW, I’ve been a successful teacher for 9 years). Another clincher is that I have no friends here. I’m thinking about taking a clerical job near my parents and moving in with them very, very soon. The problem is that this would seriously hurt my pride and sense of self-sufficiency. Since being with the ex for 10 years, I’ve always prided myself on my independence from my family. I’ve moved where I want and done what I want with little help from them (Now I realize my wife’s support was vital to this). They’re the kind of parents who would be thrilled to have their son move back in for a while while he’s getting his life back together. Would my parents be enabling me to escape from my problems and getting on with my life and standing on my own two feet? I don’t plan on staying longer than 6 months. I’m actually thinking about going to grad-school. I’m 34, BTW. This scenario makes me feel like a loser. Any suggestions? ???
Re:Quit Job? Shanna: Honestly if you don't think you are doing your job to the best of your ability and if you feel unstable then go. What is holding you there? I am glad Ihad the time at my parents, as bad as it was, it helped me to have that time to get ahold of myself. Anyone who thinks bad of you for moving back has had way to easy of a life and needs a swift kick in the judgemental A$$.
Re:Quit Job? Paul: Thanks Shanna. I needed that :)
Re:Quit Job? dj: You have the support system you need...use it. You are thinking of taking a proactive step towards your recovery and for that, you are to be commended, not ridiculed.
Get healthy for yourself Paul, this is first and foremost. Do what you need to do, whatever you need to do and hold you head up high for doing it.
Re:Quit Job? richmds: Yes I agree with everyone else. Paul do whats healthy for you. Its very confusing right now and be where you believe you can think things through and have support.
Dont worry too much about the job since the amount of time and experience you have I am sure you can jump back in when the time is right.
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