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Hi I'm new here, I'm a mum of two. One child has very complex special needs. I feel like everything I touch turns bad or I fail. My partner and I have been together 2 years and the last 12 months everything is an effort. We argue more. Its like we have lost the spark. His son (10) is nasty and manipulative and I see straight thru him where his father doesn't. I also have a special needs boy (7) who I struggle with daily due to doing most things for him as he can not. My daughter (12) is being bullied at school. Im failing my two bio kids. I feel like I walk on egg shells trying to please everyone every day. I cry every day. I ask myself every day do I take my kids and run away? Do I run away on my own? I am still hurt from my marriage break down 4 years ago. Its like my heart is broken and I can't fix it. The sadness some days consumes me. How do I cope? How do I fix things? How do I lift the pressure of doing everything for everyone and not getting much in return? Am I broken?
Thanks @Anastasia im still learning how this forum work but has been positive so far. Thank you once again.
In response to: Re: Feeling broken?
AnastasiaSenior Contributor
Re: Feeling broken?
It takes a little bit to get used to. I came on here very broken and in crisis. I still have difficult days but can honestly say being here has been a game changer for me. I hope you can find some comfort too @Butterfly28❣️
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