I'm really struggling lately. My kids have all been sick, and I feel so guilty for leaving them to go to work, and of course I've just moved onto a new, severely understaffed, account, with clients...

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I am sorry this is so hard. You are doing great. I’ve had a terrible month as well and relate. Doing 10min of headspace app meditation has helped me sleep and curb my anxiety and keep me somewhat sane. I’m not a crazy over the top holistic type but it’s truly helped and I’d recommend! I do it right before bed as I feel that’s a time I have 10 minutes of quiet guaranteed.

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Thank you! I'm usually pretty mindful, but have been struggling to keep perspective. The app reminders are a great idea.

Have no grace on us for being be new. I'm just so, so tired and overwhelmed. I've cried every day this week, which is really not like me... How do all deal?? Regardless of what I do, I feel like I'm letting someone down 😪

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Saw your post and thought it was mine. Truly truly can relate. Leaving three sick little ones at home while I travel for work. Now they need stronger meds, which could have been prevented. Definitely feeling guilty and sad as well. I just want you to know you are not alone. This is often the experience of a working parent, and especially a mom. Hope you remember to take care of yourself. You are loved and you matter. You don’t have to please everyone. Maybe there are ways to seek out help? More resources on your account, or more help with the kids? I hope this challenging time passes in no time. Sending hugs your way.

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Thank you so much! Love to you so well ❤️ mine all ended up in antibiotics on Friday, too... But they seem to be gradually getting better, at least! I hope that you were able to enjoy the weekend with your family.

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Thank you all. I struggle with seasonal depression, and now realize I'm in the thick of it on top of the sick kids and new account. Last week was rough, I slipped into a pretty dark place on Friday, but the long weekend and a little more sleep than usual helped. Hoping this week is better 🤞🙏.

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Are you me? I’m sorry, similar boat and it sucks. Can’t wait for winter to end and the constant daycare/elementary school colds and coughs to die down!

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Right!! And spring will undoubtedly help my mood, too ☺️

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So sorry you are going through this! I’ve been there. You’re most likely doing much better than you think you are! Figure out the very few top things that really matter and focus on those things, then don’t beat yourself up over the other stuff.

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I really hope so... Especially work-wise. I feel like I'm drowning!

I’m sorry mama. Hang in there! Your kiddos love you.

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Thank you ❤️😪

I hate to hear Moms feeling guilty about them having to choose the job over taking care of their kids like they want to. Kids are resilient and as long as you focus on them and make them a priority when you are with them (put down the phone!!!) they won't be damaged. My daughter is now 19 and thinks the ad industry is full of crazies, but she can also remember the times we spent together and the fun we had.

One piece of advice...I would schedule "meetings" for dinner time, family time and on weekends. I wouldnt respond to emails, answer phone calls or do any work during that time. It was tough and tiring to pull out the computer after they went to bed, but so well worth it.

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