I'm really struggling

@Sufferingdad

Thanks for reaching out. Sounds like losing your job has made things really difficult for you. I'm glad though that you're seeing a psychologist and I think that's important; how are you finding it so far?

Your boys do need a father. You're absolutely right. I'm not a parent but the parent's I've talked to struggling with depression and anxiety have used their kids as fuel. Your kids can be your potential reason to keep going and not give up. What would it look like for you to be a better/healthier father for them? What is one small step you can do today to get to that place?

Baby steps. This is hard but you can handle it.

@Sufferingdad I hope things improve for you. As a parent, I can really understand your situation and the pressure you must feel.

I've given out a lot of job search advice in this thread:

https://www.7cups.com/forum/Ask7CupsWhatsOnYourMindAMA_41/AMAASKMEANYTHINGRedditStyle7CupsVersion_124/IinterviewhireandmanagepeopleAMA_58349/1/

If you'd like, have a read and see if anything clicks with you. If you have any questions I haven't answered, make a post and I'll try and help as soon as I can.

@Sufferingdadls

Im very sorry to hear that you have recently lost your job, I know loosing a job can be a huge challenge in life.

You stated that your boys are the reason you are here... Im glad they are those people for you. I have one of this people, her name is Briar, I was thinking about a lot of bad stuff awhile back but she was the one who kept me on this earth... for that I am forever greatful. I think everyone need that person/people and Im glad you have them.

Im sure you are an amazing father to your two boys and they are so lucky to have such a strong father like you. I can guarantee when they grow up theyll be able to come talk to you about how they feel and what is going on and they will really appreciate that because I know I did not have that growing up. I relied on my friend Briar.

Keep your head up, things will get better. I promise you that. You and your boys will defiantly be in my prayers. Message me if you need anything. <3

@Sufferingdad

Hello, I'm sorry to hear that you are struggling. Although I am not a parent, nor have I had a full-time job yet, I do struggle with depression and social anxiety. I too joined 7 Cups very recently (a couple of nights ago). For me, in the last couple of days it has been really helpful to garner some support in my own battle against depression and anxiety. Having a little support from listener or some persepctive can be really helpful and there are many simple yet useful tools on the site/app that can inch away at progress. From a 'newbie" to a "newbie" I would definitely use 7 cups for all it has to offer and I pray you will have some better vibes in the near future !! Keep working with your psycologist if it is helping ! Your children are lucky to have you as a father ! Hugs.

Hello! I am so sorry to read what is going on in your life. It sounds like you are passing through a really hard time. That must be overwhelming. I am so glad you are receiving professional help and that you are here in 7 cups. You are on the right track. Keep faith and hope that what you are feeling and what you are thinking right now will change. It will take a while but it will change. Think about your kids as your fuel, as your main reason to keep going and keep fighting. You are a warrior. I recommend you to watch the youtube videos from Noah Elkrief, he is a personal coach. It might be useful! Keep going! The fact that you are here shows all the potential that you have. This was the first step: look for help! :) :) https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLT8N5_eVpE16HTOBxGogRV04Z3yq3acHc.

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@Sufferingdad

Dear I'm struggling for 8 months now. I lost my job, my house and the custody. I feel the monster inside me every moment of the day.