Welcome to mid-life. It’s not that the younger are smarter: It’s that the older don’t have a disposable amount of time! More responsibilities both in and out

Welcome to mid-life. It’s not that the younger are smarter: It’s that the older don’t have a disposable amount of time! More responsibilities both in and out of work. Compounding that is a new child, being stuck at home perpetually, and so of course you’re at your wits-end. So with good advice already dispensed, I’ll just ask questions. Is there any way for you to keep work and home separate? Can you work outside? A temp office, a friend’s home, etc.? Anywhere that’s not home and wouldn’t get you in trouble (no ex girlfriends!). Second, is your job stable? Are you allowed to take leave? Are you really unhappy about your job or is it “everything”? In the more quiet moments, does your partner understand the position you’re in and want to help? What can you and your partner do to make home a slice of heaven/bliss? How can you make home-life a positive-reinforcement experience, and make all the negative experiences be part of “not-at-home”? Or a mutual, shared struggle (crying baby isn’t exactly a joy). Would personal time help you to get some insights?