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things are in fact going extremely badly but we'll see if they pick up starting tomorrow night for reasons that will preclude me being here for about a week (seeing my SO)

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[–] caffinz@lemmy.ml 29 points 1 year ago (3 children)

Not so great. My mom died a week ago, I got fired 6 weeks into paid family leave and I’ve started to realize that drinking is becoming a habit :(

[–] alottachairs@beehaw.org 16 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Im so sorry to hear about your mother passing last week. We love you so much here, and there are people that care about you. jobs come and go, and they always are going to look out for their best interests. I think it takes a lot of courage to recognize a growing bad habit, I hope you can find a healthier outlet to process your stress and griefs.

[–] caffinz@lemmy.ml 5 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Thank you. Yeah, I’ve been applying to places but a lot of job postings these days are scams. Alcoholism killed my brother just under 2 years ago so I generally try not to drink. Ironic eh? :/

[–] Zelet@beehaw.org 6 points 1 year ago

I’ve found that stress and grief cause me to be somewhat self destructive so that isn’t surprising to me. Take care of yourself. Although you’ll carry your mom’s death forever, the pain will get better and the joyful memories that you have will get their color back. Hang in there. We’re all rooting for you!

[–] msprout@beehaw.org 5 points 1 year ago

Holy shit, I'm so sorry to hear this. I'm happy to lend an ear if you need it, just send me a pm or hit me on Matrix.

[–] Nowitsabby@beehaw.org 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

That's awful I'm so sorry 🫂. I hope things turn around for you

[–] caffinz@lemmy.ml 3 points 1 year ago

Honestly hope is what keeps me going. Thank you.