I finished my psychology degree a few weeks ago and I feel so relieved to have a bit of normalcy back! Running my own business, studying full-time and trying to look after my family has been hard and has affected my emotional and physical health in so many ways- but I feel stronger as a result!
I completed my degree with The Open University, and to be honest, I do not think I could have managed to do everything else without having the flexibility of a distance learning course. I am very grateful for this opportunity and my graduation next month will be emotional to say the least!
I decided on my psychology career path a couple of years ago and now I am finally seeing it all come to fruition. I have gained the grade that I wanted and now have a role as an assistant psychologist. I am so excited to start my new role but equally apprehensive about full-time work out of the house while having children. Obviously, many women do this and manage, but I have had the luxury of working from home with my children for the last 8 years. This is going to be a shock to my system!!
How do other mothers manage? How does this work?! Will I continue to feel guilty?
Everything Tiffany Jade 
Don’t beat yourself up about working outside the house, I know easier said than done.
With my first child I was 18 and went back to college full time and work part time, 6 months after he was born. It hurt not to be with my child but I knew it was best in the long run. Also I got time to myself and to be me, not just mommy. I lack the me time now with being a sahm and 4 kids (2 of them under school age).
You will find hidden blessings in going to work outside of home, some you may not realize now but hopefully will in the future. Best of luck!
Sorry for the late reply! Thank you for sharing. I have found me time from working full time which has been great. I hope you get some me time back soon xx
No worries. Yay! I’m so happy to hear you are getting time to yourself. Thank you, soon enough.