Sorry if this isn't appropriate, i'm just struggling to see the light at the end of the tunnel currently and wondered if other Dad's could relate/offer any advice. I'm in the UK if that matters.
My girlfriend split up with me about six weeks ago for the second time after trying the relationship again since last year summer. Our little girl is 4 and is the best thing that's ever happened to me. Thankfully we have a good co-parenting relationship and, as much as the break up sucks, we weren't really compatiable.
The issue is I was meant to be moving back into our family home 7 weeks ago before she got cold feet (obviously due to the impending break up). I was living with a friend for the past two years but now obviously as I said I was moving out, his partner has moved in.
I'm on crap money and, even though I feel secure in my role, technically agency so not a permanent salary/contract. Its unlikely i'd be even able to get a flat without a permanent salary hence being stuck in a HMO. I haven't moved yet but i'm already dreading the thought of loud neighbours, messy kitchens etc. At least I have my own bathroom I guess.
I've gone from moving back in with my family with a bright hopeful future to now living in Shared Accomodation between a rock and a hard place within the space of six weeks.
My little one also starts school in September so I need to find the money for a car before then so I can do the school pick ups. This also means i'm stuck in my current job as it allows me to work from home - I can't risk going for a promotion or a different role because then that may take away my working from home and how the hell do I help my ex out with the school runs? We don't have any other support such as Grandparents.
It honestly feels like i'm losing my mind, and I just don't know what to do or what I even can do.
If you have any wins you can share or even advice, I would really appreciate it.